Boy name
Syah name meaning
“king, royal ruler”
Syah is a masculine name of Persian origin meaning king or royal ruler. Its source is shāh, a word also borrowed into Malay as a title and an element in names. Shah and Sjah are alternative spellings that retain the same connection to the Persian source.
What does Syah mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Syah
From Persian shāh, meaning king, also borrowed into Malay as a title and name element.
Name combinations with Syah
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Syah, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Syah as a first name
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Interpretation
May this ruler possess noble character, broad knowledge, and brilliance.Meaning of each word
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Mahardika: virtuous and knowledgeable
- Gilang: radiant, brilliantly shining
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May this authoritative ruler be a gift of abundant generosity.Meaning of each word
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Wibi: power, authority
- Anugrah: grace, gracious gift
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May this ruler be a shield bearing signs of good fortune.Meaning of each word
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Randy: shield; wolf
- Laksmana: bearing auspicious marks
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Syah Prayogo
Interpretation
May this ruler act with goodness and a sense of propriety.Meaning of each word
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Prayogo: good, proper, fitting
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May this powerful ruler embody courage together with lasting peace.Meaning of each word
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Fernanda: boldness in peace or travel
- Rico: a powerful ruler
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Syah Dimas
Interpretation
May this respectfully addressed younger brother grow into a ruler.Meaning of each word
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Dimas: a younger male addressed respectfully
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May this strong ruler also be a protector with firm resolve.Meaning of each word
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Billy: resolute protector
- Richardo: strong ruler
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Syah Dika
Interpretation
May this ruler display excellence in the exercise of power.Meaning of each word
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Dika: superior, greater
Syah as a middle name
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Interpretation
A picture of a bright, radiant ruler from southern Munster.Meaning of each word
- Desmon: the southern part of Munster
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Arjuna: white, bright, shining
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A picture of a pale ruler present in the daylight.Meaning of each word
- Pandu: pale; also a guide
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Dino: day
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May this February child become both a ruler and a soldier.Meaning of each word
- Febri: associated with February
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Armando: warrior, army man
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May this virtuous ruler serve as a source of light.Meaning of each word
- Dipo: lamp, source of light
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Budiawan: possessing virtue or good character
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May this ruler and government official shine with radiant light.Meaning of each word
- Rangga: a historical official's title
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Cahyanto: light or radiance
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A picture of a household and kingdom ruler beside the River Kelvin.Meaning of each word
- Kelvin: the River Kelvin
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Herianto: ruler of the home
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May this advising ruler show courage throughout every journey undertaken.Meaning of each word
- Fernando: bold in a journey
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Ronie: ruler who gives counsel
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May this ruler with an eagle's strength be a generous gift.Meaning of each word
- Noldy: eagle power
- Syah: king, royal ruler
- Anugrah: grace, gracious gift
Syah as a last name
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Farrel Syah
Interpretation
May this ruler act with the courage of a valiant man.Meaning of each word
- Farrel: a man of valor
- Syah: king, royal ruler
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Daya Syah
Interpretation
May this ruler possess both strength and ability to rule.Meaning of each word
- Daya: strength or ability
- Syah: king, royal ruler
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Bisma Syah
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May this formidable ruler inspire awe through a powerful presence.Meaning of each word
- Bisma: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Syah: king, royal ruler
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A picture of a brilliant ruler shining like the daylight.Meaning of each word
- Rino: day or daytime
- Gilang: radiant, brilliantly shining
- Syah: king, royal ruler
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Insani Syah
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May this ruler consistently show humanity in the exercise of power.Meaning of each word
- Insani: human, pertaining to humanity
- Syah: king, royal ruler
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May this foremost ruler also serve in the role of soldier.Meaning of each word
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader
- Armando: warrior, army man
- Syah: king, royal ruler
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Bina Syah
Interpretation
May this ruler actively build and develop the growing kingdom.Meaning of each word
- Bina: to build and develop
- Syah: king, royal ruler
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Banu Syah
Interpretation
A picture of a ruler like the sun within a kingdom.Meaning of each word
- Banu: sun
- Syah: king, royal ruler
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How to pronounce Syah
| Syllables | 1 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /ʃah/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦱꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮯᮂ |
Is Syah a boy’s name?
Yes, Syah is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 87% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Syah ranks #181 among boy names in our data sample (97 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 Syah
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Syah
- Syah Muhammad Nata Negara
- Syah Afandin
- Syah Emir P. Daulay
- Syah Fitri Hani Harahap
- Syah Muhamad Natanegara · b. 1989
- Syah Priyandono · b. 1967
- Syah Sukron · b. 1986
FAQ about the name Syah
What is the meaning of Syah?
Syah means king, royal ruler. From Persian shāh, meaning king, also borrowed into Malay as a title and name element.
Is Syah a boy’s name?
Yes, Syah is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 87% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Syah?
Syah is of Persian origin.
How many syllables does Syah have?
Syah has 1 syllable (Syah) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Syah?
Syah ranks #181 among boy names in our data sample (97 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Syah?
Other spellings: Shah, Sjah.
What full names go well with Syah?
Some ideas: Syah Mahardika Gilang; Desmon Syah Arjuna; Farrel Syah.
Famous people named Syah?
Notable people named Syah include Syah Muhammad Nata Negara, Syah Afandin, Syah Emir P. Daulay.
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