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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11 Indonesian Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With Y

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Yusuf	Boy	God increases; He will add
Yuliana	Girl	Downy bearded
Yohana	Girl	God is gracious
Yazid	Boy	God will increase; To add
Yazeed	Boy	He who makes progress; Increasing; Adding
Yumna	Girl	Right-handed; Lucky
Yuni	Unisex	June; Connection; Union; Young woman; Rain; Sunlight; Rainbow; Gentleness; Similar; Humanity
Yaya	Unisex	Yahweh is gracious; Of Greece; Granny
Yogi	Unisex	Earthworker; Farmer; Yoking; Joining; Attaching
Yuda	Girl	War

Yanti	Girl	A name of Goddess Parvati

Infographic: Unique Indonesian Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With Y

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

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