Boy name
Wibisana name meaning
“formidable, inspiring fear”
Wibisana is a masculine Javanese name meaning ‘formidable’ or ‘inspiring fear’. It comes from Sanskrit Vibhīṣaṇa, whose literal sense concerns something that inspires fear or awe. Vibhīṣaṇa is also the name of a character in the Ramayana, providing a literary connection for the Javanese form Wibisana.
What does Wibisana mean?
Formidable, inspiring fear
In Indonesian: dahsyat, menimbulkan rasa gentar
Origin and cultural usage of Wibisana
The Javanese form of Sanskrit Vibhīṣaṇa, a character in the Ramayana. Its literal sense concerns inspiring fear or awe.
| Linguistic origin | Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi), Javanese |
|---|---|
| Common in | Javanese |
| Naming tradition | Hindu |
| Starts with | W · Wi |
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Name combinations with Wibisana
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Wibisana, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Wibisana: formidable, inspiring fear
- Harta: wealth, valuable possessions
- Galih: heartwood; the heart
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Meaning of each word
- Wibisana: formidable, inspiring fear
- Harta: wealth, valuable possessions
- Atma: spirit or true self
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Wibisana Mauli
Meaning of each word
- Wibisana: formidable, inspiring fear
- Mauli: crown or headdress
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Meaning of each word
- Setyawan: faithful, committed to truth
- Wibisana: formidable, inspiring fear
- Gading: elephant tusk; ivory material
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Wibisana Hapsoro
Meaning of each word
- Wibisana: formidable, inspiring fear
- Hapsoro: male celestial being
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Meaning of each word
- Wibisana: formidable, inspiring fear
- Putrajaya: a victorious son
- Sugiyo: wealthy, prosperous
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How to pronounce Wibisana
| Syllables | 4 · 8 letters · 8-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /wibisana/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦮꦶꦧꦶꦱꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮝᮤᮘᮤᮞᮔ |
Is Wibisana a boy’s name?
Yes, Wibisana is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Wibisana ranks #2,677 among boy names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
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FAQ about the name Wibisana
What is the meaning of Wibisana?
Wibisana means formidable, inspiring fear. The Javanese form of Sanskrit Vibhīṣaṇa, a character in the Ramayana. Its literal sense concerns inspiring fear or awe.
Is Wibisana a boy’s name?
Yes, Wibisana is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Wibisana?
Wibisana is of Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Wibisana have?
Wibisana has 4 syllables (Wi-bi-sa-na) and 8 letters.
How popular is the name Wibisana?
Wibisana ranks #2,677 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 Wibisana?
Some ideas: Wibisana Harta Galih; Wibisana Harta Atma; Wibisana Mauli.
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