Unisex name
Mitra name meaning
“a friend, a close companion”
Mitra is a name used for both girls and boys, derived from Sanskrit mitra, meaning “a friend” or “a close companion.” The source word also means “ally.” In Indonesian usage, the name’s connection to Sanskrit runs through Old Javanese and Javanese, which transmitted the word.
What does Mitra mean?
A friend, a close companion
In Indonesian: sahabat, rekan dekat
The ending -ra appears in Putra, Indra, and Chandra, names connected with Sanskrit vocabulary. The letters -ra do not carry one shared meaning; the meaning belongs to each complete word. More boy names ending in -ra →
Origin and cultural usage of Mitra
In Indonesian usage, Mitra derives from Sanskrit mitra, meaning a friend or ally, through Old Javanese and Javanese.
| Linguistic origin | Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi), Javanese |
|---|---|
| Starts with | M · Mi |
Name combinations with Mitra
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Mitra, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Mitra: a friend, a close companion
- Esa: one, sole and undivided
- Guruh: rumbling sound caused by lightning
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Meaning of each word
- Mitra: a friend, a close companion
- Nagara: city, royal center
- Fajar: light before sunrise
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Mitra Prasetio
Meaning of each word
- Mitra: a friend, a close companion
- Prasetio: solemn promise, loyalty
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Meaning of each word
- Pranajaya: vital force and victory
- Mitra: a friend, a close companion
- Tirta: water; consecrated water
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Mitra Kuwat
Meaning of each word
- Mitra: a friend, a close companion
- Kuwat: strong and able to endure
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Meaning of each word
- Mitra: a friend, a close companion
- Rebo: Wednesday
- Novendra: associated with November
How to pronounce Mitra
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /mitra/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦶꦠꦿ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮤᮒ᮪ᮛ |
Is Mitra a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Mitra is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 57% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Mitra ranks #474 among unisex names in our data sample (8 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Mitra
Famous people named Mitra
- Mitra Fakhruddin Muslimin Bando
- Mitra · b. 1972
- Mitra Djamal · b. 1960
- Mitra Fakhruddin MB · b. 1986
- Mitra Vinda · b. 1965
- Mitra Yuliana · b. 1980
FAQ about the name Mitra
What is the meaning of Mitra?
Mitra means a friend, a close companion. In Indonesian usage, Mitra derives from Sanskrit mitra, meaning a friend or ally, through Old Javanese and Javanese.
Is Mitra a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Mitra is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 57% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Mitra?
Mitra is of Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Mitra have?
Mitra has 2 syllables (Mit-ra) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Mitra?
Mitra ranks #474 among unisex names in our data sample (8 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Mitra?
Some ideas: Mitra Esa Guruh; Mitra Nagara Fajar; Mitra Prasetio.
Famous people named Mitra?
Notable people named Mitra include Mitra Fakhruddin Muslimin Bando, Mitra, Mitra Djamal.
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