Boy name

Wisnu name meaning

“name of the world's preserving deity”

Aksara Jawa

Aksara Sunda

/wisnu/

Gender: ♂ Boy
Origin: Sanskrit
Syllables: 2
Popularity: #201

Wisnu is a masculine name referring to the deity who preserves the world in Hindu tradition. It is an Indonesian form of the Sanskrit name Viṣṇu. The form Wisnu is known through Old Javanese, Javanese, and Balinese usage, which carried this deity’s name into those languages.

What does Wisnu mean?

Name of the world's preserving deity

In Indonesian: nama dewa pemelihara dunia

#God

Origin and cultural usage of Wisnu

An Indonesian form of Sanskrit Viṣṇu, the preserving deity in Hindu tradition. Wisnu is known through Old Javanese, Javanese, and Balinese usage.

Linguistic origin	Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi)
Common in	Javanese, Balinese
Naming tradition	Hindu
Starts with	W · Wi

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 Wisnu

Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Wisnu, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.

Wisnu as a first name

Wisnu Hutama

Interpretation
May this child excel, inspired by the image of Wisnu preserving the world.
Meaning of each word
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Hutama: foremost, most excellent
Wisnu Gumilang Purna

Interpretation
An image of world preservation in Wisnu's name, radiant and complete.
Meaning of each word
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Gumilang: gleaming, shining brightly
- Purna: whole, complete, perfect
Wisnu Andika

Interpretation
An image of honored commands alongside Wisnu's name as the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Andika: an authoritative command or decree
Wisnu Muliawan

Interpretation
May this child possess nobility, inspired by Wisnu's name as the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Muliawan: possessing nobility
Wisnu Prasetia Juang

Interpretation
May this child strive faithfully, inspired by the image of Wisnu preserving the world.
Meaning of each word
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Prasetia: a solemn pledge, fidelity
- Juang: striving to achieve a goal
Wisnu Nicky

Interpretation
An image of the people's victory alongside Wisnu's name as the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Nicky: victory of the people
Wisnu Negoro

Interpretation
An image of a land under preservation, inspired by Wisnu, the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Negoro: country or royal realm
Wisnu Mardiono

Interpretation
May this child nurture diligently, inspired by the image of Wisnu preserving the world.
Meaning of each word
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Mardiono: to cultivate, to strive for

Wisnu as a middle name

Pramudya Wisnu Mardiono

Interpretation
May this child nurture joyfully, inspired by Wisnu's name as the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Pramudya: joy and delight
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Mardiono: to cultivate, to strive for
Pradana Wisnu Armando

Interpretation
May this child become a leading soldier, inspired by Wisnu, the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Armando: warrior, army man
Armando Wisnu Bagja

Interpretation
May this child become a joyful soldier, inspired by Wisnu, the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Armando: warrior, army man
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Bagja: fortunate, happy
Bima Wisnu Maruhum

Interpretation
May this child uphold justice powerfully, inspired by Wisnu, the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Maruhum: upholding law and justice
Kelvin Wisnu Alvaro

Interpretation
An image of River Kelvin and comprehensive guardianship beside Wisnu, the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Kelvin: the River Kelvin
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Alvaro: guardian of all
Saputera Wisnu Pradana

Interpretation
May this child become a foremost son, inspired by Wisnu, the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Saputera: son, boy
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader

Wisnu as a last name

Sunoto Wisnu

Interpretation
May this child organize well, inspired by the image of Wisnu preserving the world.
Meaning of each word
- Sunoto: good ordering or arrangement
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
Daya Sandro Wisnu

Interpretation
May this child defend humanity strongly, inspired by Wisnu, the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Daya: strength or ability
- Sandro: defender of humankind
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
Laksmana Wisnu

Interpretation
An image of fortunate signs alongside Wisnu's name as the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Laksmana: bearing auspicious marks
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
Joy Wisnu

Interpretation
An image of joy accompanying Wisnu's name as the preserver of the world.
Meaning of each word
- Joy: a feeling of delight, gladness
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
Renaldi Wisnu

Interpretation
May this child rule with counsel, inspired by Wisnu, the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Renaldi: counsel and power
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity
Handika Suharjo Wisnu

Interpretation
May this child's words bring prosperity, inspired by Wisnu, the world's preserver.
Meaning of each word
- Handika: speech, words
- Suharjo: prosperous, in a favorable condition
- Wisnu: name of the world's preserving deity

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How to pronounce Wisnu

Syllables	2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names
IPA	/wisnu/
Javanese script (Aksara Jawa)	ꦮꦶꦱ꧀ꦤꦸ
Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda)	ᮝᮤᮞ᮪ᮔᮥ

Is Wisnu a boy’s name?

Yes, Wisnu is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male. See all boy names.

♂ Boys 97%Girls 3% ♀

Wisnu ranks #201 among boy names in our data sample (91 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

Variants and similar names

Names that sound like Wisnu

Names with related meanings

Famous people named Wisnu

Wisnu Yuli Prasetyo · b. 1994
Teuku Wisnu · b. 1985
Wisnu Sakti Buana · b. 1974
Wisnu Witono Adhi · b. 1983
Wisnu Bawa Tenaya · b. 1958
Wisnu Haryo Putro · b. 1989
Wisnu Andayana
Wisnu Edi Pratignyo · b. 1960
Wisnu Wardhana · b. 1975
Wisnu Wijaya Adi Putra · b. 1978
I Gusti Ngurah Wisnu · b. 1956
Q. Wisnu Aji · b. 1960

FAQ about the name Wisnu

What is the meaning of Wisnu?

Wisnu means name of the world's preserving deity. An Indonesian form of Sanskrit Viṣṇu, the preserving deity in Hindu tradition. Wisnu is known through Old Javanese, Javanese, and Balinese usage.

Is Wisnu a boy’s name?

Yes, Wisnu is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male.

What is the origin of the name Wisnu?

Wisnu is of Sanskrit and Old Javanese (Kawi) origin.

How many syllables does Wisnu have?

Wisnu has 2 syllables (Wis-nu) and 5 letters.

How popular is the name Wisnu?

Wisnu ranks #201 among boy names in our data sample (91 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

What full names go well with Wisnu?

Some ideas: Wisnu Hutama; Pramudya Wisnu Mardiono; Sunoto Wisnu.

Famous people named Wisnu?

Notable people named Wisnu include Wisnu Yuli Prasetyo, Teuku Wisnu, Wisnu Sakti Buana.

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