Boy name
Pahala name meaning
“reward for good deeds”
Pahala is a masculine name meaning “reward for good deeds”. Its source is Sanskrit phala, meaning fruit or result, borrowed through Malay. In Indonesian, the word developed the sense of a reward for goodness, and the name takes its meaning from this Indonesian use.
What does Pahala mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Pahala
Borrowed through Malay from Sanskrit phala, meaning fruit or result. In Indonesian, pahala developed the sense of a reward for good deeds.
Name combinations with Pahala
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Pahala, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Pahala: reward for good deeds
- Gading: elephant tusk; ivory material
- Anjar: new, fresh
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Meaning of each word
- Pahala: reward for good deeds
- Sumurung: superior, better
- Mahar: a gift stipulated in marriage
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Pahala Ardiyanto
Meaning of each word
- Pahala: reward for good deeds
- Ardiyanto: mountain
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Meaning of each word
- Febrianto: associated with February
- Pahala: reward for good deeds
- Mohan: captivating, enchanting
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Pahala Budiawan
Meaning of each word
- Pahala: reward for good deeds
- Budiawan: possessing virtue or good character
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Meaning of each word
- Pahala: reward for good deeds
- Mahardika: virtuous and knowledgeable
- Dika: superior, greater
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How to pronounce Pahala
| Syllables | 3 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /pahala/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥꦲꦭ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮕᮠᮜ |
Is Pahala a boy’s name?
Yes, Pahala is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Pahala ranks #2,051 among boy names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Pahala
Names with related meanings
- Budi♂Intellect, intelligence, moral character
- Setiawan♂One who remains loyal
- Hasan♂Good, handsome
- Gunawan♂Possessing ability and virtue
- Saleh♂Righteous, virtuous, devout
- Amin♂Honest, trustworthy
- Hamid♂Praiseworthy, deserving praise
- Budiman♂Wise and of good character
- Aris♂Best, excellent
- Darmawan♂Possessing virtue, of good character
- Susilo♂Well-behaved, virtuous
- Sudirman♂Good and steadfast
Famous people named Pahala
- Pahala Tambunan · b. 1927
- Pahala Dominicus Sinurat
- Pahala Hotma Mangatur Panjaitan
- Pahala Manurung · b. 1981
- Pahala Simanjuntak · b. 1955
- Pahala Sitorus · b. 1968
- Pahala Tua Sianturi · b. 1978
FAQ about the name Pahala
What is the meaning of Pahala?
Pahala means reward for good deeds. Borrowed through Malay from Sanskrit phala, meaning fruit or result. In Indonesian, pahala developed the sense of a reward for good deeds.
Is Pahala a boy’s name?
Yes, Pahala is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Pahala?
Pahala is of Sanskrit and Malay origin.
How many syllables does Pahala have?
Pahala has 3 syllables (Pa-ha-la) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Pahala?
Pahala ranks #2,051 among boy names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Pahala?
Some ideas: Pahala Gading Anjar; Pahala Sumurung Mahar; Pahala Ardiyanto.
Famous people named Pahala?
Notable people named Pahala include Pahala Tambunan, Pahala Dominicus Sinurat, Pahala Hotma Mangatur Panjaitan.
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