Unisex name
Mawa name meaning
“glowing ember”
Mawa is a name used for both boys and girls, meaning glowing ember, commonly linked to the Javanese word mawa. An Old Javanese form is also associated with carrying. These different word connections mean that the name's origin can depend on its context.
What does Mawa mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Mawa
In Javanese, mawa means a glowing ember. An Old Javanese form is also associated with carrying, so the name's origin may depend on context.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Mawa
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Mawa, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Mawa: glowing ember
- Windu: a span of eight years
- Tugiman: born on Saturday Legi
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Meaning of each word
- Mawa: glowing ember
- Nawa: nine; new
- Respati: Brihaspati; Jupiter; Thursday
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Mawa Pramudita
Meaning of each word
- Mawa: glowing ember
- Pramudita: joyful, delighted
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Meaning of each word
- Andika: an authoritative command or decree
- Mawa: glowing ember
- Ganesha: lord of the divine hosts
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Mawa Tama
Meaning of each word
- Mawa: glowing ember
- Tama: foremost, excellent
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Meaning of each word
- Mawa: glowing ember
- Widada: safe and well
- Anggono: alone, independent
How to pronounce Mawa
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /mawa/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦮ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮝ |
Is Mawa a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Mawa is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 50% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Mawa ranks #793 among unisex names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Mawa
- Maya♀Illusion, an apparent reality
- Maha♂♀Great, mighty
- Mala♂♀Flower garland, floral wreath
- Mara♂♀Bitter
- Masa♂♀Time, period, month
- Mada♂♀Intoxication or intense passion
- Mawar♀Blossom of a rose plant
- Made♂♀Second in birth order
- Maria♀Beloved
- Musa♂Name of a scriptural prophet
- Mega♀A cloud in the sky
- Maman♂Safe, peaceful
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Mawa
- Ma'wa · b. 1990
FAQ about the name Mawa
What is the meaning of Mawa?
Mawa means glowing ember. In Javanese, mawa means a glowing ember. An Old Javanese form is also associated with carrying, so the name's origin may depend on context.
Is Mawa a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Mawa is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 50% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Mawa?
Mawa is of Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Mawa have?
Mawa has 2 syllables (Ma-wa) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Mawa?
Mawa ranks #793 among unisex names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Mawa?
Some ideas: Mawa Windu Tugiman; Mawa Nawa Respati; Mawa Pramudita.
Famous people named Mawa?
Notable people named Mawa include Ma'wa.
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