Unisex name
Soekarno name meaning
“good or noble Karna”
Soekarno is a unisex name in Javanese naming, commonly linked to the meaning ‘good or noble Karna’. Its spelling variant, Sukarno, combines su-, meaning ‘good’, with Karna, the Mahabharata figure. The name can also be compared with the Sanskrit word sukarṇa, meaning ‘having beautiful ears’.
What does Soekarno mean?
The ending -no is common in names associated with Javanese naming traditions, including Hartono, Mulyono, and Pramono. It has no fixed meaning on its own; the complete name matters. More boy names ending in -no →
Origin and cultural usage of Soekarno
In Javanese naming, Sukarno is commonly explained as su-, ‘good’, plus Karna, the Mahabharata figure. It can also be compared with Sanskrit sukarṇa, ‘having beautiful ears’.
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Name combinations with Soekarno
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Soekarno, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Soekarno: good or noble Karna
- Kurniawan: one endowed with a gift or grace
- Rakasiwi: elder sibling’s child
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Meaning of each word
- Soekarno: good or noble Karna
- Apriyanto: born in April
- Manahara: captivating the heart
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Soekarno Agam
Meaning of each word
- Soekarno: good or noble Karna
- Agam: male; sturdy and strong
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Meaning of each word
- Bintang: a shining celestial body
- Soekarno: good or noble Karna
- Garuda: mythical bird serving as Vishnu's mount
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Soekarno Dahana
Meaning of each word
- Soekarno: good or noble Karna
- Dahana: fire, burning flame
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Meaning of each word
- Soekarno: good or noble Karna
- Guruh: rumbling sound caused by lightning
- Pratama: first, earliest
How to pronounce Soekarno
| Syllables | 3 · 8 letters · 8-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /sukarno/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦱꦸꦏꦂꦤꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮞᮥᮊᮁᮔᮧ |
Is Soekarno a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Soekarno is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 55% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Soekarno ranks #130 among unisex names in our data sample (23 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 Soekarno
Names with related meanings
- Budi♂Intellect, intelligence, moral character
- Setiawan♂One who remains loyal
- Hasan♂Good, handsome
- Gunawan♂Possessing ability and virtue
- Saleh♂Righteous, virtuous, devout
- Amin♂Honest, trustworthy
- Hamid♂Praiseworthy, deserving praise
- Budiman♂Wise and of good character
- Aris♂Best, excellent
- Darmawan♂Possessing virtue, of good character
- Susilo♂Well-behaved, virtuous
- Sudirman♂Good and steadfast
Famous people named Soekarno
- Soekarno · b. 1901
- Soekarno M. Noer · b. 1931
- Soekarno Djojonegoro · b. 1908
- Soekarno sebagai arsitek
- F.X. Soekarno
- FX. Soekarno
- Prof. Dr. H. Soekarno
- Soekarno
FAQ about the name Soekarno
What is the meaning of Soekarno?
Soekarno means good or noble Karna. In Javanese naming, Sukarno is commonly explained as su-, ‘good’, plus Karna, the Mahabharata figure. It can also be compared with Sanskrit sukarṇa, ‘having beautiful ears’.
Is Soekarno a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Soekarno is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 55% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Soekarno?
Soekarno is of Javanese and Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Soekarno have?
Soekarno has 3 syllables (Soe-kar-no) and 8 letters.
How popular is the name Soekarno?
Soekarno ranks #130 among unisex names in our data sample (23 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Soekarno?
Other spellings: Sukarno.
What full names go well with Soekarno?
Some ideas: Soekarno Kurniawan Rakasiwi; Soekarno Apriyanto Manahara; Soekarno Agam.
Famous people named Soekarno?
Notable people named Soekarno include Soekarno, Soekarno M. Noer, Soekarno Djojonegoro.
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