Unisex name
Puji name meaning
“praise, expression of appreciation”
Puji is a name used for both boys and girls, meaning praise or an expression of appreciation. It comes from Malay and Indonesian puji, ultimately rooted in Sanskrit pūjā, meaning reverence or worship. Pudji is an alternative spelling of the same name.
What does Puji mean?
Praise, expression of appreciation
In Indonesian: pujian, ungkapan penghargaan
Origin and cultural usage of Puji
From Malay and Indonesian puji, ultimately from Sanskrit pūjā, meaning reverence or worship.
Name combinations with Puji
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Puji, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Puji as a first name
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Puji Dinda
Interpretation
A cherished younger sibling receiving warm expressions of praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Dinda: beloved younger sibling
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Puji Mulyanah
Interpretation
May this child grow noble and honorable, receiving praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Mulyanah: noble, honored
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Interpretation
A picture of a pure sapphire inspiring praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Savira: sapphire
- Karina: pure; beloved
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Puji Dini
Interpretation
May each beginning for this child bring praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Dini: early, at the beginning
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Interpretation
May this child's knowledge shine brightly and receive praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Widia: learning, knowledge
- Elva: white, bright
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Puji Ayu
Interpretation
A picture of a beautiful child inspiring praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Ayu: lovely, beautiful
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Interpretation
A picture of a flawless bright star inspiring praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Vega: a bright star in the constellation Lyra
- Anindita: blameless, without fault
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Puji Ayuni
Interpretation
May this child's beauty always be met with praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Ayuni: beautiful or lovely
Puji as a middle name
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Interpretation
A picture of a precious jewel in April inspiring praise.Meaning of each word
- Apriyanti: associated with the month of April
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Galuh: precious stone; designation for a princess
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Interpretation
A picture of praise amid breezes and the Kartika star cluster.Meaning of each word
- Windy: windy
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Tika: the Pleiades star cluster
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Interpretation
A picture of a radiant moon inspiring praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Luna: the moon
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Cahyani: radiant, full of light
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Interpretation
May this young girl grow noble and receive praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Adelina: noble, of noble lineage
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Nona: girl, young woman
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Interpretation
A picture of a queen receiving praise amid joy and delight.Meaning of each word
- Gina: queen
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Nanda: joy, delight
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Interpretation
A picture of praise for the greatest beauty within the heart.Meaning of each word
- Calista: most beautiful
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
- Hati: seat of feelings and inner life
Puji as a last name
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Anggun Puji
Interpretation
May this child's beauty and grace inspire praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Anggun: graceful and elegant in appearance
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
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Wulandari Puji
Interpretation
A picture of a beautiful moon inspiring praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Wulandari: beautiful moon
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
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Interpretation
A picture of a harmonious heavenly woman inspiring praise and appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Larasati: harmonious, well matched
- Hapsari: celestial maiden, heavenly woman
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
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Sonia Puji
Interpretation
May this child receive praise and appreciation through wisdom and discernment.Meaning of each word
- Sonia: wisdom, good judgment
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
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Stella Puji
Interpretation
A picture of a star in the sky inspiring praise.Meaning of each word
- Stella: a star in the sky
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
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Novitasari Puji
Interpretation
May the essence of newness this child brings receive appreciation.Meaning of each word
- Novitasari: the essence of newness
- Puji: praise, expression of appreciation
How to pronounce Puji
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /pudʒi/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥꦸꦗꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮕᮥᮏᮤ |
Is Puji a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Puji is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 22% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Puji ranks #25 among unisex names in our data sample (125 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Puji
- Puri♀Palatial residence
- Puti♀Princess or an honorific for women
- Pujo♂Worship, reverence
- Puja♂♀Reverence through worship or veneration
- Putri♀Daughter
- Putu♂♀Grandchild
- Panji♂Noble title
- Peni♀Beautiful, precious
- Pati♂♀Noble, of patrician descent
- Pamuji♂Praise, expression of reverence
- Pri♂♀Beloved, pleasing
- Popi♀The brightly colored poppy flower
Famous people named Puji
- Puji Lestari · b. 1990
- Puji Cahyono
- Puji Hartono
- Puji Alfajar Rizki · b. 1989
- Puji Asih · b. 1982
- Puji Astuti · b. 1969
- Puji Astuti · b. 1963
- Puji Astuti · b. 1991
- Puji Astuti Sri Wulandari · b. 1993
- Puji Chegana · b. 1996
- Puji Dwi Lestari · b. 1986
- Puji Harian · b. 1965
FAQ about the name Puji
What is the meaning of Puji?
Puji means praise, expression of appreciation. From Malay and Indonesian puji, ultimately from Sanskrit pūjā, meaning reverence or worship.
Is Puji a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Puji is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 22% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Puji?
Puji is of Malay and Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Puji have?
Puji has 2 syllables (Pu-ji) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Puji?
Puji ranks #25 among unisex names in our data sample (125 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Puji?
Other spellings: Pudji.
What full names go well with Puji?
Some ideas: Puji Dinda; Apriyanti Puji Galuh; Anggun Puji.
Famous people named Puji?
Notable people named Puji include Puji Lestari, Puji Cahyono, Puji Hartono.
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