What cultural and historical significance do Indonesian baby names have?

Indonesia, with a predominantly Muslim population, embraces a prevalence of Islamic names (1). These names, commonly originating from Arabic, bear religious significance and embody the attributes of Allah. One example is Ashari, a masculine name denoting an angel, reminiscent of the esteemed 10th-century Islamic scholar Al-Ashari. Similarly, Baihaqi, derived from the renowned 11th-century Islamic scholar Al-Bayhaqi, is another name with historical significance.

What role do Indonesian baby names play in preserving their identity?

Indonesian baby names gracefully mirror cherished family values and honor the significance of ancestry. Many names carry the weight of generations, preserving the noble legacy of beloved kin. Meanwhile, some names cleverly embody birth order, like Bakri, denoting the firstborn, and Catur, symbolizing four, encapsulating the unique essence of Indonesian naming traditions.

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20 Indonesian Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Kamilah	Girl	Flawlessness; Perfection
Kalayah	Unisex	Lost; Joy; Happiness; Field pea
Khairi	Boy	Goodness; Member of the warrior class
Katai	Unisex	Shortness of stature; Wood; Timber
Khabib	Boy	Beloved; Darling
Kadi	Girl	Pure; A blade of grass; A line of a song
Kailan	Girl	Keeper of keys; Pure; Mighty warrior; Slender
Keris	Unisex	Sharp wavy-edged blade; Love
Kirana	Boy	Dust; Thread; Sunbeam
Kaliappa	Boy	Bud

Kartika	Girl	Star; Bestower of courage;
Khairunnisa	Girl	Goodness of women
Kulon	Boy	Kulon means the West
Kusuma	Unisex	Flower
Kadek	Boy	Younger sibling; Second child
Kersen	Boy	Cherry in Indonesian language
Kemala	Girl	Beautiful stone
Kemuning	Girl	A yellow flower found in Indonesia
Khansa	Unisex	Gazelle; Snub-nosed
Kalesia	Girl	Ruler

Infographic: Adorable Indonesian Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K

Finding the right name for your child can be tricky. From choosing the starting letter to deciding on the meaning, parents might find the process overwhelming. That’s where our baby name list comes in! You can look at diverse names from different cultures and languages to find one that appeals to you. This infographic covers a few popular Indonesian Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K that you can consider. Check it out!

Indonesian Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K(infographic)

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