Boy name
Posma name meaning
“steadfast, confident”
- Gender
- ♂ Boy
- Origin
- Indonesian
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- #2,966
Posma is a masculine name meaning steadfast or confident, commonly linked to the Batak Toba language. Its element pos means firm or certain, while ma is an emphatic particle. Together, these elements allow the name to express a wish for steadfastness.
What does Posma mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Posma
Commonly linked to Batak Toba pos, meaning firm or certain, with the emphatic particle ma. The name can express a wish for steadfastness.
| Linguistic origin | Indonesian |
|---|---|
| Common in | Batak |
| Starts with | P |
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 Posma
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Posma, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Posma: steadfast, confident
- Uji: test, trial
- Karman: action or the result of deeds
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Meaning of each word
- Posma: steadfast, confident
- Ariyanto: noble, honorable
- Santana: offspring, continuation of a family
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Posma Bima
Meaning of each word
- Posma: steadfast, confident
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
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Meaning of each word
- Reka: design or creation
- Posma: steadfast, confident
- Budiarso: intellect and intention
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Posma Wijanarko
Meaning of each word
- Posma: steadfast, confident
- Wijanarko: seed of the sun; radiant offspring
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Meaning of each word
- Posma: steadfast, confident
- Banu: sun
- Aditama: most distinguished or excellent
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How to pronounce Posma
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /pɔsma/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥꦺꦴꦱ꧀ꦩ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮕᮧᮞ᮪ᮙ |
Is Posma a boy’s name?
Yes, Posma is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Posma ranks #2,966 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 Posma
Names with related meanings
- Santoso♂Secure, steadfast, prosperous
- Iskandar♂Defender of humankind
- Teguh♂Steadfast, not easily shaken
- Aziz♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Hamzah♂Lion
- Azis♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Kadir♂Capable, possessing power
- Santosa♂Steadfast, tranquil
- Ricky♂Powerful ruler
- Prabowo♂Authority, influence
- Dicky♂Powerful ruler
- Hermanto♂Warrior
Famous people named Posma
- Posma Ganda Parulian · b. 1972
- Posma Marpaung
- Posma P. Nainggolan · b. 1959
- Posma Sabam Manahan
- Posma Sabam Manahan · b. 1964
FAQ about the name Posma
What is the meaning of Posma?
Posma means steadfast, confident. Commonly linked to Batak Toba pos, meaning firm or certain, with the emphatic particle ma. The name can express a wish for steadfastness.
Is Posma a boy’s name?
Yes, Posma is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Posma?
Posma is of Indonesian origin.
How many syllables does Posma have?
Posma has 2 syllables (Pos-ma) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Posma?
Posma ranks #2,966 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 Posma?
Some ideas: Posma Uji Karman; Posma Ariyanto Santana; Posma Bima.
Famous people named Posma?
Notable people named Posma include Posma Ganda Parulian, Posma Marpaung, Posma P. Nainggolan.
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