Boy name
Wanto name meaning
“possessing, endowed with”
Wanto is a masculine name commonly linked to shortened forms of Javanese names ending in -wanto, meaning possessing or endowed with. The ending is related to -wan, from Sanskrit -vant. That Sanskrit element indicates possession of a quality and provides the meaning behind the shortened name.
What does Wanto mean?
Possessing, endowed with
In Indonesian: memiliki, dikaruniai
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 Wanto
Usually a short form of Javanese names ending in -wanto. This element is related to -wan, from Sanskrit -vant, possessing a quality.
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 Wanto
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Wanto, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Wanto: possessing, endowed with
- Setiawan: one who remains loyal
- Budiawan: possessing virtue or good character
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Meaning of each word
- Wanto: possessing, endowed with
- Sukarmin: doing good; working well
- Gandhi: seller of fragrances
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Wanto Kaka
Meaning of each word
- Wanto: possessing, endowed with
- Kaka: an older sibling
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Meaning of each word
- Narayana: another name of Vishnu
- Wanto: possessing, endowed with
- Gumilang: gleaming, shining brightly
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Wanto Budiarso
Meaning of each word
- Wanto: possessing, endowed with
- Budiarso: intellect and intention
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Meaning of each word
- Wanto: possessing, endowed with
- Perdana: the first or foremost
- Tangguh: resilient, tenacious through difficulty
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How to pronounce Wanto
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /wanto/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦮꦤ꧀ꦠꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮝᮔ᮪ᮒᮧ |
Is Wanto a boy’s name?
Yes, Wanto is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 83% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Wanto ranks #3,117 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 Wanto
Famous people named Wanto
- Wanto · b. 1990
- Wanto M. Fuatkait · b. 1992
- Wanto Sugito · b. 1980
FAQ about the name Wanto
What is the meaning of Wanto?
Wanto means possessing, endowed with. Usually a short form of Javanese names ending in -wanto. This element is related to -wan, from Sanskrit -vant, possessing a quality.
Is Wanto a boy’s name?
Yes, Wanto is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 83% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Wanto?
Wanto is of Javanese and Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Wanto have?
Wanto has 2 syllables (Wan-to) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Wanto?
Wanto ranks #3,117 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 Wanto?
Some ideas: Wanto Setiawan Budiawan; Wanto Sukarmin Gandhi; Wanto Kaka.
Famous people named Wanto?
Notable people named Wanto include Wanto, Wanto M. Fuatkait, Wanto Sugito.
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