Putra
Putra is a Muslim boy name of Malay / Indonesian (from Sanskrit) origin, meaning “Son; prince”.
| Meaning | Son; prince |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Malay / Indonesian (from Sanskrit) |
| Pronunciation | POO-trah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Putra
Putra came into Malay and Indonesian from the Sanskrit putra, meaning son. In the Malay world it took on a royal tone, so it may also hint at a prince; Putrajaya, the seat of Malaysia's federal government, takes its name from it. Parents often combine it with other names, as in Putra Ramadhan or Rizky Putra, and most bearers are Muslim men in Indonesia and Malaysia.
Is Putra a Muslim name?
Putra is not of Arabic origin, but Indonesian and Malaysian Muslims treat it as an ordinary name, often pairing it with an Arabic one as in Muhammad Putra or Putra Ramadhan.
How popular is Putra?
Putra is common in Indonesia and Malaysia, often as part of a compound name.
Gifts with the name Putra
- Putra name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Putra baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Putra
Names similar to Putra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Putra mean?
Putra means 'Son; prince'. It is of Malay / Indonesian (from Sanskrit) origin.
Is Putra a Muslim name?
Putra is not of Arabic origin, but Indonesian and Malaysian Muslims treat it as an ordinary name, often pairing it with an Arabic one as in Muhammad Putra or Putra Ramadhan.
How do you pronounce Putra?
Putra is pronounced POO-trah.
Is Putra a boy or girl name?
Putra is usually a boy name.