What is the most common male name in Indonesia?

One of the most common male names in Indonesia is Muhammad. However, boys with the name are not usually called Muhammad, and Ahmad can be a popular diminutive of the name. Putra is another popular name that means ‘to be someone’s son.’ While Eka is considered a unisex name, it is also one of the most widely used Indonesian names as it signifies the firstborn.

Which boy names mean bright in Indonesian?

Some baby boy names that mean bright or have similar connotations like light are Cahya, Cahyono, Cahaya, and Menatari. A few other names that are related to the bright light of the sun are Bagaskoro and Baskoro.

What are some Indonesian baby boy names that mean love?

Ajij, a variant of Aziz, is one such name which carries the connotation of love. The name Ajij means ‘beloved.’

What are some Indonesian baby boy names that have a special significance or spiritual meaning?

Batara is a masculine Indonesian name that means God and possesses spiritual significance because Batara Guru is the name of the Supreme god in Indonesian Hinduism. Berkah and Fadhlan also have special significance since they both mean ‘God’s gift,’ or a ‘gift from god.’ Ismaya is another name with spiritual connotations; it means someone who is God-like or wise.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Muhammad	Boy	Praiseworthy; Praised one; Praise; Commendable
Marwan	Boy	Flint (stone); Quartz; A hard stone of nearly pure silica; name of a fragrant plant; Strong lion; Leader
Maliki	Boy	God's messenger; King
Misbah	Boy	A lamp to provide light to others; Lamp; Light; Luminary
Muzammil	Boy	Prophet Muhammad; The enshrouded one; Bundled
Mansur	Boy	A victorious one
Mahadi	Boy	Guided one
Mahmood	Boy	A man who is worth the praise; Commendable; Worthy of reverence
Maulana	Boy	Our master; Our lord

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