Boy name
Kunta name meaning
“a spear or lance”
Kunta is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning a spear or lance. It derives from the Sanskrit word kunta, which names that type of weapon. The word also entered Old Javanese vocabulary and wayang tradition, connecting the name with those linguistic and cultural contexts.
What does Kunta mean?
A spear or lance
In Indonesian: senjata tombak
Origin and cultural usage of Kunta
Kunta derives from Sanskrit kunta, meaning spear or lance. The word also entered Old Javanese vocabulary and wayang tradition.
| Linguistic origin | Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) |
|---|---|
| Common in | Javanese |
| Starts with | K · Ku |
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How to pronounce Kunta
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /kunta/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦸꦤ꧀ꦠ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮊᮥᮔ᮪ᮒ |
Is Kunta a boy’s name?
Yes, Kunta is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Kunta ranks #5,107 among boy names in our data sample (1 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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FAQ about the name Kunta
What is the meaning of Kunta?
Kunta means a spear or lance. Kunta derives from Sanskrit kunta, meaning spear or lance. The word also entered Old Javanese vocabulary and wayang tradition.
Is Kunta a boy’s name?
Yes, Kunta is used mostly as a boy’s name.
What is the origin of the name Kunta?
Kunta is of Sanskrit and Old Javanese (Kawi) origin.
How many syllables does Kunta have?
Kunta has 2 syllables (Kun-ta) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Kunta?
Kunta ranks #5,107 among boy names in our data sample (1 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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