Boy name
Tarman name meaning
“duty; virtue”
Tarman is a masculine name in Javanese naming commonly linked to Sanskrit dharma, meaning “duty” or “virtue,” through the related name Darman. Dharma also carries the sense of right order. The connection between Tarman and Darman involves alternation between d and t in local name adaptations.
What does Tarman mean?
Duty; virtue
In Indonesian: kewajiban; kebajikan
The ending -man has different origins in Rahman, Herman, and Budiman. In Budiman, it relates to a Sanskrit element meaning ‘possessing’, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -man. More boy names ending in -man →
Origin and cultural usage of Tarman
Tarman may be a variant of Darman, a name linked to Sanskrit dharma, 'duty, right order, or virtue'. Alternation between d and t can occur in local name adaptations.
How to pronounce Tarman
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /tarman/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦠꦂꦩꦤ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮒᮁᮙᮔ᮪ |
Is Tarman a boy’s name?
Yes, Tarman is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Tarman ranks #4,895 among boy names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Tarman
Famous people named Tarman
- Tarman Azzam · b. 1949
FAQ about the name Tarman
What is the meaning of Tarman?
Tarman means duty; virtue. Tarman may be a variant of Darman, a name linked to Sanskrit dharma, 'duty, right order, or virtue'. Alternation between d and t can occur in local name adaptations.
Is Tarman a boy’s name?
Yes, Tarman is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Tarman have?
Tarman has 2 syllables (Tar-man) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Tarman?
Tarman ranks #4,895 among boy names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Tarman?
Notable people named Tarman include Tarman Azzam.
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