Boy name
Pradana name meaning
“the foremost, a leader”
Pradana is a masculine name meaning the foremost or a leader. It comes from Sanskrit pradhāna, meaning principal or foremost, through its use in Javanese. The Javanese connection provides the route through which the Sanskrit source word is used in this name.
What does Pradana mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Pradana
From Sanskrit pradhāna, meaning principal or foremost, through its use in Javanese.
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 Pradana
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Pradana, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader
- Mangaraja: king, ruler
- Novianto: associated with November
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Meaning of each word
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader
- Hapsoro: male celestial being
- Dwiki: two, second in order
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Pradana Djatmika
Meaning of each word
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader
- Djatmika: courteous and refined in conduct
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Meaning of each word
- Malaka: tree bearing amla fruit
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader
- Elang: large bird of prey
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Pradana Laksmana
Meaning of each word
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader
- Laksmana: bearing auspicious marks
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Pradana Heriansyah Dwikora
Meaning of each word
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader
- Heriansyah: ruler of the home; king
- Dwikora: two commands for the people
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How to pronounce Pradana
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /pradana/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥꦿꦢꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮕᮢᮓᮔ |
Is Pradana a boy’s name?
Yes, Pradana is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Pradana ranks #833 among boy names in our data sample (24 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Pradana
- Pramana♂Measure, evidence, basis of knowledge
- Pratama♂First, earliest
- Perdana♂The first or foremost
- Pranata♂Order
- Prabawa♂Authority and influence
- Pradita♂Shining, illuminated
- Pradono♂Principal, foremost
- Prakasa♂Light, bright radiance
- Prana♂Breath, vital force
- Prananda♂Joy, happiness
- Priyana♂Dear, beloved
- Pradipa♂♀A lamp, a burning light
Names with related meanings
- Hadi♂Guide, one who gives direction
- Imam♂Leader, leader of worship
- Wibowo♂Authority, dignity, grandeur
- Hendra♂Ruler, king
- Heri♂Ruler of the household
- Amir♂Leader, commander
- Malik♂Owner
- Herry♂Ruler of the household
- Syah♂King, royal ruler
- Hendri♂Ruler of the household
- Dadang♂Master
- Hendrik♂Ruler of the household
Famous people named Pradana
- Pradana Adita Nugraha
- Pradana Alam
- Pradana Soewondo · b. 1952
FAQ about the name Pradana
What is the meaning of Pradana?
Pradana means the foremost, a leader. From Sanskrit pradhāna, meaning principal or foremost, through its use in Javanese.
Is Pradana a boy’s name?
Yes, Pradana is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Pradana?
Pradana is of Sanskrit and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Pradana have?
Pradana has 3 syllables (Pra-da-na) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Pradana?
Pradana ranks #833 among boy names in our data sample (24 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Pradana?
Some ideas: Pradana Mangaraja Novianto; Pradana Hapsoro Dwiki; Pradana Djatmika.
Famous people named Pradana?
Notable people named Pradana include Pradana Adita Nugraha, Pradana Alam, Pradana Soewondo.
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