Girl name
Retna name meaning
“a precious jewel”
Retna is a feminine name meaning a precious jewel. It is a Javanese form of ratna, derived from Sanskrit ratna, meaning jewel. Ratna is therefore the directly related form underlying Retna, with the jewel meaning carried through into the Javanese name.
What does Retna mean?
The ending -na appears in names of varied origins, including Ratna, Agustina, and Diana. These final letters do not have one independent meaning that applies to every name. More girl names ending in -na →
Origin and cultural usage of Retna
A Javanese form of ratna, from Sanskrit ratna, meaning jewel.
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Name combinations with Retna
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Retna, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Retna: a precious jewel
- Saptarini: associated with the number seven
- Indriani: Indra's queen
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Meaning of each word
- Retna: a precious jewel
- Ditya: sun
- Paramita: perfection of virtue
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Retna Kinasih
Meaning of each word
- Retna: a precious jewel
- Kinasih: beloved, dearly cherished
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Meaning of each word
- Widya: knowledge, learning
- Retna: a precious jewel
- Amala: pure, without stain
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Retna Hardianti
Meaning of each word
- Retna: a precious jewel
- Hardianti: mountain
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Meaning of each word
- Retna: a precious jewel
- Darmiati: virtuous, upholding goodness
- Listya: beautiful, pleasing to behold
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How to pronounce Retna
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /rɛtna/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦺꦠ꧀ꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮨᮒ᮪ᮔ |
Is Retna a girl’s name?
Yes, Retna is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Retna ranks #836 among girl names in our data sample (12 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Retna
Names with related meanings
- Ratna♀Gem, precious stone
- Rita♀A precious pearl
- Retno♀A precious gemstone
- Intan♀A precious diamond
- Mutiara♀A pearl formed inside a shell
- Permata♀Precious stone, gem
- Komalasari♀Precious essence of a jewel
- Manik♂♀Jewel or ornamental bead
- Mustika♀Precious gemstone
- Tiara♀Small ornamental crown
- Kumala♀Gemstone, precious jewel
- Ratnawati♀One who possesses jewels
Famous people named Retna
- Retna Apsari · b. 1968
- Retna Ariastuti · b. 1970
- Retna Hany Purba · b. 1957
- Retna Pisceska · b. 1984
- Retna Putri Fauzia
- Retna R. Situmorang · b. 1947
- Retna Rachman · b. 1960
- Retna Rosmanita Situmorang
FAQ about the name Retna
What is the meaning of Retna?
Retna means a precious jewel. A Javanese form of ratna, from Sanskrit ratna, meaning jewel.
Is Retna a girl’s name?
Yes, Retna is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Retna?
Retna is of Javanese and Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Retna have?
Retna has 2 syllables (Ret-na) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Retna?
Retna ranks #836 among girl names in our data sample (12 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Retna?
Some ideas: Retna Saptarini Indriani; Retna Ditya Paramita; Retna Kinasih.
Famous people named Retna?
Notable people named Retna include Retna Apsari, Retna Ariastuti, Retna Hany Purba.
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