Boy name
Puntadewa name meaning
“a wayang name for Yudhishthira”
Puntadewa is a masculine name referring to Yudhishthira in Javanese wayang, a tradition drawing on the Mahabharata. Its dewa element comes from Sanskrit deva, while the formation of the complete name remains uncertain. The name’s meaning rests on its established reference to Yudhishthira.
What does Puntadewa mean?
A wayang name for Yudhishthira
In Indonesian: nama lain Yudhistira dalam pewayangan
Origin and cultural usage of Puntadewa
Puntadewa is a name for Yudhishthira in Javanese wayang, drawing on the Mahabharata. Its dewa element derives from Sanskrit deva; the full formation is uncertain.
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How to pronounce Puntadewa
| Syllables | 4 · 9 letters · 9-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /puntadɛwa/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥꦸꦤ꧀ꦠꦢꦺꦮ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮕᮥᮔ᮪ᮒᮓᮨᮝ |
Is Puntadewa a boy’s name?
Yes, Puntadewa is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Puntadewa is rare in our data sample.
FAQ about the name Puntadewa
What is the meaning of Puntadewa?
Puntadewa means a wayang name for Yudhishthira. Puntadewa is a name for Yudhishthira in Javanese wayang, drawing on the Mahabharata. Its dewa element derives from Sanskrit deva; the full formation is uncertain.
Is Puntadewa a boy’s name?
Yes, Puntadewa is used mostly as a boy’s name.
What is the origin of the name Puntadewa?
Puntadewa is of Javanese and Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Puntadewa have?
Puntadewa has 4 syllables (Pun-ta-de-wa) and 9 letters.
How popular is the name Puntadewa?
Puntadewa is rare in our data sample.
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