Boy name
Parman name meaning
“foremost; supreme”
Parman is a masculine name meaning “foremost” or “supreme,” commonly linked to Sanskrit parama through the element parma. In Javanese naming, it is often understood as a shortened form of names such as Suparman. The connection between parma and parama supplies the basis for this meaning.
What does Parman mean?
Foremost; supreme
In Indonesian: utama; tertinggi
The ending -man has different origins in Rahman, Herman, and Budiman. In Budiman, it relates to a Sanskrit element meaning ‘possessing’, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -man. More boy names ending in -man →
Origin and cultural usage of Parman
Often understood as a shortening of Javanese names such as Suparman. The element parma is commonly connected with Sanskrit parama ‘supreme, foremost’.
How to pronounce Parman
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /parman/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥꦂꦩꦤ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮕᮁᮙᮔ᮪ |
Is Parman a boy’s name?
Yes, Parman is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Parman ranks #2,957 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Parman
Famous people named Parman
- Parman Nainggolan
FAQ about the name Parman
What is the meaning of Parman?
Parman means foremost; supreme. Often understood as a shortening of Javanese names such as Suparman. The element parma is commonly connected with Sanskrit parama ‘supreme, foremost’.
Is Parman a boy’s name?
Yes, Parman is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Parman have?
Parman has 2 syllables (Par-man) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Parman?
Parman ranks #2,957 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Parman?
Notable people named Parman include Parman Nainggolan.
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