Boy name
Tirto name meaning
“water, sacred water”
Tirto is a masculine Javanese name meaning water or sacred water. It represents a Javanese pronunciation of tirta, derived from Sanskrit tīrtha through Old Javanese. The source word’s meaning developed from a crossing place or sacred site to sacred water and, more broadly, water.
What does Tirto mean?
The ending -to occurs in names associated with Javanese naming traditions, such as Susanto, Purwanto, and Yulianto. It has no single independent meaning; final -o often reflects a Javanese pronunciation of -a. More boy names ending in -to →
Origin and cultural usage of Tirto
A Javanese pronunciation of tirta, from Sanskrit tīrtha through Old Javanese. Its sense developed from a crossing or sacred site to sacred water and water.
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 Tirto
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Tirto, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Tirto: water, sacred water
- Gilang: radiant, brilliantly shining
- Rangga: a historical official's title
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Meaning of each word
- Tirto: water, sacred water
- Pranata: order; organizer
- Wijanarko: seed of the sun; radiant offspring
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Tirto Kusumah
Meaning of each word
- Tirto: water, sacred water
- Kusumah: flower, blossom
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Meaning of each word
- Swastono: healthy and well
- Tirto: water, sacred water
- Idaman: something deeply desired
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Tirto Prahoro
Meaning of each word
- Tirto: water, sacred water
- Prahoro: tempest, great turmoil
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Meaning of each word
- Tirto: water, sacred water
- Gema: sound reflected back
- Satrya: knight, warrior
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How to pronounce Tirto
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /tirto/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦠꦶꦂꦠꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮒᮤᮁᮒᮧ |
Is Tirto a boy’s name?
Yes, Tirto is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Tirto ranks #2,662 among boy names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Tirto
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Tirto
- Tirto Adhi Soerjo · b. 1880
- Tirto Utomo · b. 1930
- Tirto Suwondo · b. 1962
- Tirto Prakoso · b. 1969
- Tirto Siswojo · b. 1949
FAQ about the name Tirto
What is the meaning of Tirto?
Tirto means water, sacred water. A Javanese pronunciation of tirta, from Sanskrit tīrtha through Old Javanese. Its sense developed from a crossing or sacred site to sacred water and water.
Is Tirto a boy’s name?
Yes, Tirto is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Tirto?
Tirto is of Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Tirto have?
Tirto has 2 syllables (Tir-to) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Tirto?
Tirto ranks #2,662 among boy names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Tirto?
Some ideas: Tirto Gilang Rangga; Tirto Pranata Wijanarko; Tirto Kusumah.
Famous people named Tirto?
Notable people named Tirto include Tirto Adhi Soerjo, Tirto Utomo, Tirto Suwondo.
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