Boy name
Prabawa name meaning
“authority and influence”
Prabawa is a masculine name meaning ‘authority and influence’. It comes from Javanese prabawa, transmitted through Old Javanese from Sanskrit prabhāva, meaning ‘power’ or ‘influence’. The name therefore carries a meaning rooted in that Sanskrit word, with Old Javanese forming part of its path into Javanese usage.
What does Prabawa mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Prabawa
Prabawa derives from Javanese prabawa, through Old Javanese from Sanskrit prabhāva, meaning power or influence.
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Name combinations with Prabawa
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Prabawa, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Prabawa Ferdiansyah Mitra
Meaning of each word
- Prabawa: authority and influence
- Ferdiansyah: brave ruler
- Mitra: a friend, a close companion
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Prabawa Firmansyah Septian
Meaning of each word
- Prabawa: authority and influence
- Firmansyah: royal decree, a ruler's command
- Septian: associated with the month of September
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Prabawa Udaya
Meaning of each word
- Prabawa: authority and influence
- Udaya: sunrise; emergence
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Meaning of each word
- Afriyadi: born in April
- Prabawa: authority and influence
- Bumi: earth, land where life exists
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Prabawa Cep
Meaning of each word
- Prabawa: authority and influence
- Cep: affectionate address for a boy
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Meaning of each word
- Prabawa: authority and influence
- Rendra: ruler of people, king
- Mujianto: to praise or offer praise
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How to pronounce Prabawa
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /prabawa/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥꦿꦧꦮ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮕᮢᮘᮝ |
Is Prabawa a boy’s name?
Yes, Prabawa is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Prabawa ranks #3,524 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Prabawa
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 Prabawa
- Prabawa Ajie · b. 1966
FAQ about the name Prabawa
What is the meaning of Prabawa?
Prabawa means authority and influence. Prabawa derives from Javanese prabawa, through Old Javanese from Sanskrit prabhāva, meaning power or influence.
Is Prabawa a boy’s name?
Yes, Prabawa is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Prabawa?
Prabawa is of Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Prabawa have?
Prabawa has 3 syllables (Pra-ba-wa) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Prabawa?
Prabawa ranks #3,524 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Prabawa?
Some ideas: Prabawa Ferdiansyah Mitra; Prabawa Firmansyah Septian; Prabawa Udaya.
Famous people named Prabawa?
Notable people named Prabawa include Prabawa Ajie.
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