Name meaning
Jaka Name Meaning - Young man (Indonesian)
- Meaning
- Young man
- Origin
- Indonesian
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- JA-KA
Jaka means "Young man" (Indonesian). Etymologically, Jaka belongs to Indonesian naming and is usually defined as "Young man." A Javanese name meaning young man or bachelor.
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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Etymologically, Jaka belongs to Indonesian naming and is usually defined as "Young man." A Javanese name meaning young man or bachelor.
Origin and Historical Usage
In Indonesian communities, Jaka is used as a boy given name. Documented bearers appear in civil and church records, though frequency differs by country.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- JA-KA
- Syllables
- 2
Geographic and Cultural Usage
Jaka is heard in Indonesian-heritage families and among parents who want a name tied to Indonesian sound. English speakers may need one pronunciation cue; after that it is usually easy to remember.
Popularity
Treat Jaka as a distinctive pick: strong meaning, lower everyday frequency.
Notable People Named Jaka
- JJaka Tarub (Javanese legend)
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