Gunawan
Gunawan is a Muslim boy name of Indonesian, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Virtuous, useful person”.
| Meaning | Virtuous, useful person |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Indonesian, from Sanskrit |
| Pronunciation | goo-NAH-wahn |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Gunawan
Gunawan is an Indonesian name made of two parts. The first, guna, is a word borrowed from Sanskrit that means use or virtue, and the second, -wan, marks a person who possesses that quality. Taken together it describes someone who is useful to others and of good character. It is a familiar name in Java and throughout Indonesia, and families of many backgrounds share it, including Muslims, Christians and Chinese Indonesians.
Is Gunawan a Muslim name?
Gunawan is not Arabic, but many Indonesian Muslim parents choose it as a homegrown name whose meaning is entirely positive.
How popular is Gunawan?
Gunawan is common right across Indonesia, and especially on Java.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gunawan mean?
Gunawan means 'Virtuous, useful person'. It is of Indonesian, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Gunawan a Muslim name?
Gunawan is not Arabic, but many Indonesian Muslim parents choose it as a homegrown name whose meaning is entirely positive.
How do you pronounce Gunawan?
Gunawan is pronounced goo-NAH-wahn.
Is Gunawan a boy or girl name?
Gunawan is usually a boy name.