Boy name
Pahlawan name meaning
“brave, distinguished hero”
Pahlawan is a masculine name meaning “brave, distinguished hero,” from the Malay word pahlawan. Its source is Persian pahlavān, a term for a champion or warrior. The word entered Indonesian vocabulary and is also used as a given name, retaining its connection with the meaning of hero.
What does Pahlawan mean?
The ending -wan comes from Sanskrit -vant, meaning ‘having’ or ‘possessing’. In Setiawan, Gunawan, and Darmawan, it helps form a name whose meaning depends on the preceding element. More boy names ending in -wan →
Origin and cultural usage of Pahlawan
From Malay pahlawan, borrowed from Persian pahlavān, a term for a champion or warrior. It entered Indonesian vocabulary and is also used as a name.
Name combinations with Pahlawan
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Pahlawan, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Pahlawan Suprayitno Bagja
Meaning of each word
- Pahlawan: brave, distinguished hero
- Suprayitno: very watchful and careful
- Bagja: fortunate, happy
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Meaning of each word
- Pahlawan: brave, distinguished hero
- Triyoga: three unions or disciplines
- Rakasiwi: elder sibling’s child
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Pahlawan Dewata
Meaning of each word
- Pahlawan: brave, distinguished hero
- Dewata: a deity or divine being
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Meaning of each word
- Gindo: the honored one
- Pahlawan: brave, distinguished hero
- Indrianto: sensory faculties
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Pahlawan Irawadi
Meaning of each word
- Pahlawan: brave, distinguished hero
- Irawadi: the Irrawaddy River; abundant in water
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Meaning of each word
- Pahlawan: brave, distinguished hero
- Ekaputra: first son
- Bintang: a shining celestial body
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How to pronounce Pahlawan
| Syllables | 3 · 8 letters · 8-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /pahlawan/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥꦃꦭꦮꦤ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮕᮂᮜᮝᮔ᮪ |
Is Pahlawan a boy’s name?
Yes, Pahlawan is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Pahlawan ranks #2,952 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Names with related meanings
- Iskandar♂Defender of humankind
- Ferry♂Peaceful protector
- Satria♂Knight, noble warrior
- Alexander♂Defender of people, protector of others
- Sudirman♂Good and steadfast
- Andreas♂Manly, courageous
- Idrus♂Lion in traditional interpretation
- Andre♂Brave and manly
- Richard♂Brave ruler
- Fernando♂Bold in a journey
- Satrio♂Knight or noble warrior
- Ferdinand♂Bold in journeying
Famous people named Pahlawan
- Pahlawan · b. 1964
- Pahlawan Harahap · b. 1952
- Pahlawan Usman · b. 1976
FAQ about the name Pahlawan
What is the meaning of Pahlawan?
Pahlawan means brave, distinguished hero. From Malay pahlawan, borrowed from Persian pahlavān, a term for a champion or warrior. It entered Indonesian vocabulary and is also used as a name.
Is Pahlawan a boy’s name?
Yes, Pahlawan is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Pahlawan?
Pahlawan is of Malay and Persian origin.
How many syllables does Pahlawan have?
Pahlawan has 3 syllables (Pah-la-wan) and 8 letters.
How popular is the name Pahlawan?
Pahlawan ranks #2,952 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Pahlawan?
Some ideas: Pahlawan Suprayitno Bagja; Pahlawan Triyoga Rakasiwi; Pahlawan Dewata.
Famous people named Pahlawan?
Notable people named Pahlawan include Pahlawan, Pahlawan Harahap, Pahlawan Usman.
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