Unisex name
Ratu name meaning
“royal ruler, king or queen”
- Gender
- ♂♀ Unisex
- Origin
- Old Javanese (Kawi)
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- #103
Ratu is a name used for both boys and girls, meaning “royal ruler, king, or queen.” It comes from ratu, a word found in Old Javanese and Malay. In modern Indonesian, the word chiefly denotes a queen or royal consort, giving it a more specifically feminine everyday meaning.
What does Ratu mean?
Royal ruler, king or queen
In Indonesian: penguasa kerajaan, raja atau permaisuri
Origin and cultural usage of Ratu
From ratu, found in Old Javanese and Malay. In modern Indonesian it chiefly denotes a queen or royal consort.
| Linguistic origin | Old Javanese (Kawi), Malay |
|---|---|
| Starts with | R · Ra |
Name combinations with Ratu
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Ratu, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Ratu Devia Cahyaningrum
Meaning of each word
- Ratu: royal ruler, king or queen
- Devia: goddess
- Cahyaningrum: radiance of beauty
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Ratu Melati Sulistiowati
Meaning of each word
- Ratu: royal ruler, king or queen
- Melati: a fragrant white flower
- Sulistiowati: a graceful, beautiful woman
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Ratu Wiji
Meaning of each word
- Ratu: royal ruler, king or queen
- Wiji: seed, plant kernel
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Meaning of each word
- Gustiana: great, venerable
- Ratu: royal ruler, king or queen
- Devia: goddess
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Ratu Sukesi
Meaning of each word
- Ratu: royal ruler, king or queen
- Sukesi: having beautiful hair
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Ratu Lestari Pangastuti
Meaning of each word
- Ratu: royal ruler, king or queen
- Lestari: enduring, continuing over time
- Pangastuti: praise, prayer of reverence
How to pronounce Ratu
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /ratu/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦠꦸ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮒᮥ |
Is Ratu a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Ratu is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 32% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Ratu ranks #103 among unisex names in our data sample (29 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Ratu
- Rati♀Love, heartfelt delight
- Ratna♀Gem, precious stone
- Rita♀A precious pearl
- Ratih♀Love, delight
- Rani♀Queen, female ruler
- Rais♂Leader or head of a group
- Rauf♂♀Deeply kind, compassionate
- Restu♂♀Blessing, goodwill and approval
- Raja♂Ruler of a kingdom
- Ruth♀Friendship, female companion
- Raka♂Elder brother
- Rama♂♀Pleasing, bringing delight
Names with related meanings
FAQ about the name Ratu
What is the meaning of Ratu?
Ratu means royal ruler, king or queen. From ratu, found in Old Javanese and Malay. In modern Indonesian it chiefly denotes a queen or royal consort.
Is Ratu a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Ratu is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 32% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Ratu?
Ratu is of Old Javanese (Kawi) and Malay origin.
How many syllables does Ratu have?
Ratu has 2 syllables (Ra-tu) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Ratu?
Ratu ranks #103 among unisex names in our data sample (29 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Ratu?
Some ideas: Ratu Devia Cahyaningrum; Ratu Melati Sulistiowati; Ratu Wiji.
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