Girl name
Wiwi name meaning
“Begin”
Wiwi is a feminine name commonly linked to the meaning begin through its connection with the name Wiwit. Its source is the Javanese word wiwit, which means begin or since. The related name Wiwit provides the link between Wiwi and the meaning of that Javanese word.
What does Wiwi mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Wiwi
Wiwi is linked to the name Wiwit in an Indonesian naming source. Javanese wiwit means 'begin' or 'since'.
Wiwi is documented as a name element in a discussion of Sundanese naming patterns.
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How to pronounce Wiwi
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /wiwi/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦮꦶꦮꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮝᮤᮝᮤ |
Is Wiwi a girl’s name?
Yes, Wiwi is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 4% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Wiwi ranks #384 among girl names in our data sample (25 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Wiwi
Famous people named Wiwi
- Wiwi · b. 1982
- Wiwi Chawilah. S.Ag
- Wiwi Dewi Maria · b. 1966
- Wiwi Edkipdrayanti · b. 1991
- Wiwi Isnaeni · b. 1958
- Wiwi Kemala Sari · b. 1980
- Wiwi Rahman
- Wiwi Rina Said · b. 1970
- Wiwi Sanusi · b. 1989
- Wiwi Siti Sajaroh · b. 1969
- Wiwi Widaningsih · b. 1968
- Wiwi Widianingsih · b. 1978
FAQ about the name Wiwi
What is the meaning of Wiwi?
Wiwi means Begin. Wiwi is linked to the name Wiwit in an Indonesian naming source. Javanese wiwit means 'begin' or 'since'.
Is Wiwi a girl’s name?
Yes, Wiwi is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 4% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Wiwi have?
Wiwi has 2 syllables (Wi-wi) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Wiwi?
Wiwi ranks #384 among girl names in our data sample (25 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Wiwi?
Notable people named Wiwi include Wiwi, Wiwi Chawilah. S.Ag, Wiwi Dewi Maria.
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