Javanese · Indonesian

Dimas

Pronounced DEE-mahsShare

Meaning: An affectionate or respectful term for a younger man

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Dimas comes from Javanese dhimas or adhimas, an address for a younger male relative. It combines adhi, “younger sibling,” with mas, “gold,” and is separate from the Spanish name Dimas.

Spellings & variants

  • Dhimas

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Dimas comes from Javanese and Indonesian.

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Damar

Resin; resinous torch or lamp

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Mind; reason; character

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Khmer

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Power; strength; glory

Rare gem
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Bagus

Handsome; excellent

Rare gem
Javanese · Indonesian

Joko

Young man

Rare gem
Thai

Anan

Endless or joyful, depending on Thai spelling

Rare gem
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