Boy name
Purwanto name meaning
“beginning, that which comes first”
Purwanto is a male Javanese name commonly linked to purwa, meaning beginning or that which comes first, combined with the naming ending -nto. Purwa derives from Sanskrit pūrva and provides the name’s meaning of beginning or precedence. Poerwanto is an alternative spelling of the name.
What does Purwanto mean?
The ending -anto appears in names associated with Javanese naming traditions, including Susanto, Purwanto, and Yulianto. This letter sequence does not carry one meaning across all names. More boy names ending in -anto →
Origin and cultural usage of Purwanto
A Javanese name probably formed from purwa, meaning beginning or earlier, with the naming ending -nto. Purwa derives from Sanskrit pūrva.
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 Purwanto
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Purwanto, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Purwanto as a first name
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Purwanto Viki
Interpretation
May every beginning open the way to a victory achieved.Meaning of each word
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Viki: victory
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Interpretation
May this ruler possess power without limits from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Ananto: boundless, endless
- Rico: a powerful ruler
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Purwanto Bina
Interpretation
May every beginning offer a chance to build and develop.Meaning of each word
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Bina: to build and develop
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Interpretation
May nobility and experience come together from the very beginning.Meaning of each word
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Brian: noble, high-ranking
- Aldo: old or experienced
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Purwanto Sandro
Interpretation
May this person defend humankind from the very beginning onward.Meaning of each word
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Sandro: defender of humankind
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Purwanto Gema
Interpretation
A beginning whose sound returns to be heard as an echo.Meaning of each word
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Gema: sound reflected back
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Purwanto Setiaji
Interpretation
May this person uphold loyalty and honor from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Setiaji: loyalty and honor
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Purwanto Aldi
Interpretation
May this person be rich in experience from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Aldi: old, experienced
Purwanto as a middle name
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Interpretation
May this person uphold truth and nurture others from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Setyawan: faithful, committed to truth
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Mardiono: to cultivate, to strive for
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Interpretation
May the first son set out upon a journey's beginning.Meaning of each word
- Safari: journey
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Ekaputra: first son
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Interpretation
May this person travel courageously and remain humane from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Fernando: bold in a journey
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Insani: human, pertaining to humanity
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Interpretation
May this person excel toward the people's victory from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Aditama: most distinguished or excellent
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Nicky: victory of the people
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May nobility appear as bright as the sun from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Mulyawan: valuable, noble
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Aditya: sun, son of Aditi
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Interpretation
May this handsome person offer praise from the very beginning.Meaning of each word
- Mujianto: to praise or offer praise
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Kenny: handsome; born of fire
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Interpretation
May this person shield loyalty and honor from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Randy: shield; wolf
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
- Setiaji: loyalty and honor
Purwanto as a last name
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Wicaksana Purwanto
Interpretation
May this person show wisdom and sound judgment from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Wicaksana: wise and discerning
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
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Ronie Purwanto
Interpretation
May this person be a ruler offering counsel from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Ronie: ruler who gives counsel
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
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Ganang Purwanto
Interpretation
May this man be present at the start of a beginning.Meaning of each word
- Ganang: man; male
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
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Bima Purwanto
Interpretation
A presence that is mighty and awe inspiring from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
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Elang Purwanto
Interpretation
A large eagle appearing at the start of a beginning.Meaning of each word
- Elang: large bird of prey
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
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Wiguna Purwanto
Interpretation
May this person possess ability and be useful from the beginning.Meaning of each word
- Wiguna: useful, possessing ability
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
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Nara Purwanto
Interpretation
May this person be present at the beginning of something.Meaning of each word
- Nara: human being, person
- Purwanto: beginning, that which comes first
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How to pronounce Purwanto
| Syllables | 3 · 8 letters · 8-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /purwanto/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥꦸꦂꦮꦤ꧀ꦠꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮕᮥᮁᮝᮔ᮪ᮒᮧ |
Is Purwanto a boy’s name?
Yes, Purwanto is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 98% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Purwanto ranks #115 among boy names in our data sample (135 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 Purwanto
Names with related meanings
- Fajar♂Light before sunrise
- Hari♂Day
- Ramadhan♂The fasting month of the Islamic calendar
- Yuli♂♀Associated with the month of July
- Yulianto♂Associated with July
- Harry♂Day
- Ramadhani♂♀Associated with the month of Ramadan
- Syahrul♂A calendar month
- Riyadi♂Connected with a festive holiday
- Febri♂♀Associated with February
- Yanuar♂Associated with January
- Juli♂♀The seventh month of the Gregorian calendar
Famous people named Purwanto
- A. Purwanto Soewito
- As Purwanto · b. 1950
- M Purwanto · b. 1961
- Purwanto · b. 1974
- Purwanto · b. 1986
- Purwanto · b. 1957
- Purwanto · b. 1961
- Purwanto · b. 1976
- Purwanto · b. 1962
- Purwanto · b. 1953
- Purwanto · b. 1974
- Purwanto · b. 1956
FAQ about the name Purwanto
What is the meaning of Purwanto?
Purwanto means beginning, that which comes first. A Javanese name probably formed from purwa, meaning beginning or earlier, with the naming ending -nto. Purwa derives from Sanskrit pūrva.
Is Purwanto a boy’s name?
Yes, Purwanto is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 98% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Purwanto?
Purwanto is of Javanese and Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Purwanto have?
Purwanto has 3 syllables (Pur-wan-to) and 8 letters.
How popular is the name Purwanto?
Purwanto ranks #115 among boy names in our data sample (135 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Purwanto?
Other spellings: Poerwanto.
What full names go well with Purwanto?
Some ideas: Purwanto Viki; Setyawan Purwanto Mardiono; Wicaksana Purwanto.
Famous people named Purwanto?
Notable people named Purwanto include A. Purwanto Soewito, As Purwanto, M Purwanto.
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