Girl name
Kemala name meaning
“precious gemstone”
Kemala is a feminine name commonly linked to Malay kemala, meaning a precious gemstone or talismanic stone. The source word is also associated with the form gemala. As a given name, Kemala evokes something treasured, following the sense of value carried by the stone term.
What does Kemala mean?
The ending -la occurs in names with varied origins, including Laila, Nabila, and Bella. It has no single meaning of its own; the meaning belongs to each complete name. More girl names ending in -la →
Origin and cultural usage of Kemala
From Malay kemala, also associated with the form gemala, denoting a precious or talismanic stone. Its use as a name evokes something treasured.
Name combinations with Kemala
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Kemala, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Kemala: precious gemstone
- Muliani: noble, honored
- Sukesi: having beautiful hair
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Meaning of each word
- Kemala: precious gemstone
- Intan: a precious diamond
- Nindya: faultless, blameless
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Kemala Cahyati
Meaning of each word
- Kemala: precious gemstone
- Cahyati: light, radiance
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Meaning of each word
- Rindu: longing to meet again
- Kemala: precious gemstone
- Indrati: associated with the god Indra
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Kemala Nindy
Meaning of each word
- Kemala: precious gemstone
- Nindy: perfect, blameless
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Meaning of each word
- Kemala: precious gemstone
- Muliawati: noble woman
- Ayu: lovely, beautiful
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How to pronounce Kemala
| Syllables | 3 · 6 letters · 6-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /kəmala/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦺꦩꦭ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮊᮨᮙᮜ |
Is Kemala a girl’s name?
Yes, Kemala is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Kemala ranks #760 among girl names in our data sample (13 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Kemala
Names with related meanings
- Ratna♀Gem, precious stone
- Rita♀A precious pearl
- Retno♀A precious gemstone
- Intan♀A precious diamond
- Mutiara♀A pearl formed inside a shell
- Permata♀Precious stone, gem
- Komalasari♀Precious essence of a jewel
- Manik♂♀Jewel or ornamental bead
- Mustika♀Precious gemstone
- Tiara♀Small ornamental crown
- Kumala♀Gemstone, precious jewel
- Ratnawati♀One who possesses jewels
Famous people named Kemala
- Kemala Dewi · b. 1960
- Kemala Motik · b. 1944
FAQ about the name Kemala
What is the meaning of Kemala?
Kemala means precious gemstone. From Malay kemala, also associated with the form gemala, denoting a precious or talismanic stone. Its use as a name evokes something treasured.
Is Kemala a girl’s name?
Yes, Kemala is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Kemala?
Kemala is of Malay origin.
How many syllables does Kemala have?
Kemala has 3 syllables (Ke-ma-la) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Kemala?
Kemala ranks #760 among girl names in our data sample (13 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Kemala?
Some ideas: Kemala Muliani Sukesi; Kemala Intan Nindya; Kemala Cahyati.
Famous people named Kemala?
Notable people named Kemala include Kemala Dewi, Kemala Motik.
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