Wulan
Wulan is a Muslim girl name of Javanese / Indonesian origin, meaning “The moon”.
| Meaning | The moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Javanese / Indonesian |
| Pronunciation | WOO-lahn |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Wulan
In Javanese, wulan means the moon, and it can also mean a month. Indonesian parents like it for daughters, and it often forms part of longer names, the best known being Wulandari. It is not Arabic, and its charm lies in its soft sound and its image of gentle moonlight. Like many Indonesian names, though, it is given freely by Muslim families, who often pair it with Arabic names.
Is Wulan a Muslim name?
Wulan is Javanese rather than Arabic, but Indonesian Muslims use it widely; Qamar and Badr are Arabic names with the same moon meaning.
How popular is Wulan?
It is widespread in Indonesia, above all on Java.
Gifts with the name Wulan
- Wulan name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Wulan baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Wulan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wulan mean?
Wulan means 'The moon'. It is of Javanese / Indonesian origin.
Is Wulan a Muslim name?
Wulan is Javanese rather than Arabic, but Indonesian Muslims use it widely; Qamar and Badr are Arabic names with the same moon meaning.
How do you pronounce Wulan?
Wulan is pronounced WOO-lahn.
Is Wulan a boy or girl name?
Wulan is usually a girl name.