Boy name
Tanu name meaning
“body, self”
Tanu is a masculine name commonly linked to the meanings body and self. It is associated with Sanskrit tanu, meaning body or physical self. The same word is also used as a name element, carrying the meaning supplied by its Sanskrit source.
What does Tanu mean?
Body, self
In Indonesian: tubuh, diri
Origin and cultural usage of Tanu
May derive from Sanskrit tanu, meaning body or physical self, also used as a name element.
Name combinations with Tanu
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Tanu, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Tanu: body, self
- Bumi: earth, land where life exists
- Prasetio: solemn promise, loyalty
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Meaning of each word
- Tanu: body, self
- Laksamana: highest-ranking naval commander
- Mahaputra: a great or noble son
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Tanu Nendra
Meaning of each word
- Tanu: body, self
- Nendra: sleep, repose
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Meaning of each word
- Rijadi: greatness, celebration
- Tanu: body, self
- Juniawan: associated with June
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Tanu Septian
Meaning of each word
- Tanu: body, self
- Septian: associated with the month of September
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Tanu Laksamana Hendriyanto
Meaning of each word
- Tanu: body, self
- Laksamana: highest-ranking naval commander
- Hendriyanto: ruler of the home
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How to pronounce Tanu
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /tanu/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦠꦤꦸ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮒᮔᮥ |
Is Tanu a boy’s name?
Yes, Tanu is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 83% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Tanu ranks #3,087 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Tanu
- Tani♂Cultivation of agricultural land
- Tantu♂♀Thread or connecting cord
- Tony♂Priceless, in traditional interpretation
- Toni♂Priceless, in traditional interpretation
- Tata♂Orderly arrangement
- Tama♂♀Foremost, excellent
- Tanto♂♀Certain, definite
- Tari♂♀Rhythmic bodily movement, dance
- Taha♂Opening letters of Surah Taha
- Tanya♂♀Of the family of Tatius
- Tapi♂♀
- Tono♂Great, honored
FAQ about the name Tanu
What is the meaning of Tanu?
Tanu means body, self. May derive from Sanskrit tanu, meaning body or physical self, also used as a name element.
Is Tanu a boy’s name?
Yes, Tanu is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 83% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Tanu?
Tanu is of Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Tanu have?
Tanu has 2 syllables (Ta-nu) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Tanu?
Tanu ranks #3,087 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Tanu?
Some ideas: Tanu Bumi Prasetio; Tanu Laksamana Mahaputra; Tanu Nendra.
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