Girl name
Srikandi name meaning
“a formidable heroine”
Srikandi is a feminine name from Javanese wayang tradition meaning “a formidable heroine.” It adapts the Sanskrit name Śikhaṇḍin from the Mahabharata. The heroic meaning developed through the portrayal of the female character in Javanese tradition, connecting the name’s sense with her role in wayang stories.
What does Srikandi mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Srikandi
The name of a female figure in Javanese wayang, adapted from Śikhaṇḍin in the Mahabharata. Its heroic sense developed from the character's portrayal in Javanese tradition.
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 Srikandi
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Srikandi, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Srikandi Vidia Indriasari
Meaning of each word
- Srikandi: a formidable heroine
- Vidia: learning and knowledge
- Indriasari: essence of the senses
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Meaning of each word
- Srikandi: a formidable heroine
- Novita: associated with the month of November
- Pitaloka: father's world; ancestral realm
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Srikandi Astika
Meaning of each word
- Srikandi: a formidable heroine
- Astika: one affirming spiritual existence
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Meaning of each word
- Derita: hardship or distress
- Srikandi: a formidable heroine
- Tanaya: child, offspring
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Srikandi Ayomi
Meaning of each word
- Srikandi: a formidable heroine
- Ayomi: to protect; to shelter
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Meaning of each word
- Srikandi: a formidable heroine
- Indriyani: senses; sensory faculties
- Nariswari: female ruler, queen
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How to pronounce Srikandi
| Syllables | 3 · 8 letters · 8-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /srikandi/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦱꦿꦶꦏꦤ꧀ꦢꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮞᮢᮤᮊᮔ᮪ᮓᮤ |
Is Srikandi a girl’s name?
Yes, Srikandi is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 25% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Srikandi ranks #2,415 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Srikandi
Names with related meanings
- Andriani♀Possibly brave or strong
- Andriyani♀Brave, valiant
- Alexandra♀Defender of humankind
- Marisa♀Maria and renowned warrior
- Sudiro♂♀Very steadfast, courageous
- Marissa♀Maria and renowned warrior
- Andrea♂♀Brave, valiant
- Andriana♀Brave, valiant
- Fernanda♂♀Boldness in peace or travel
- Elda♀Warrior
- Louise♀Famous warrior
- Melda♀Wholehearted fighter
Famous people named Srikandi
- Srikandi · b. 1988
- Srikandi Soleman · b. 1973
FAQ about the name Srikandi
What is the meaning of Srikandi?
Srikandi means a formidable heroine. The name of a female figure in Javanese wayang, adapted from Śikhaṇḍin in the Mahabharata. Its heroic sense developed from the character's portrayal in Javanese tradition.
Is Srikandi a girl’s name?
Yes, Srikandi is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 25% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Srikandi?
Srikandi is of Sanskrit and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Srikandi have?
Srikandi has 3 syllables (Sri-kan-di) and 8 letters.
How popular is the name Srikandi?
Srikandi ranks #2,415 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Srikandi?
Some ideas: Srikandi Vidia Indriasari; Srikandi Novita Pitaloka; Srikandi Astika.
Famous people named Srikandi?
Notable people named Srikandi include Srikandi, Srikandi Soleman.
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