Wahyu
Wahyu is a Muslim boy name of Indonesian / Malay form of Arabic Wahy origin, meaning “Divine revelation, inspiration”.
| Meaning | Divine revelation, inspiration |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Indonesian / Malay form of Arabic Wahy |
| Written as | وحي |
| Pronunciation | WAH-yoo |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Indonesia, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Wahyu
Wahyu is how Indonesians and Malays say the Arabic wahy, revelation. The root w-h-y refers to God's message given to the prophets. Indonesian has absorbed the word, and it has become one of the country's most common boy's names. It often appears as part of a longer name, and Wahyudi is a popular related form. It is heard most of all in Java.
Is Wahyu a Muslim name?
Wahyu carries the Arabic idea of revelation into Malay and Indonesian Muslim naming, and the Quran says of the Prophet ﷺ: 'It is not but a revelation revealed' (Quran 53:4).
How popular is Wahyu?
It is very common in Indonesia, especially on Java.
Gifts with the name Wahyu
- Wahyu name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Wahyu baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Wahyu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wahyu mean?
Wahyu means 'Divine revelation, inspiration'. It is of Indonesian / Malay form of Arabic Wahy origin.
Is Wahyu a Muslim name?
Wahyu carries the Arabic idea of revelation into Malay and Indonesian Muslim naming, and the Quran says of the Prophet ﷺ: 'It is not but a revelation revealed' (Quran 53:4).
How do you pronounce Wahyu?
Wahyu is pronounced WAH-yoo.
Is Wahyu a boy or girl name?
Wahyu is usually a boy name.