Khmer

Sovann

Pronounced soh-VAHNShare

Meaning: Gold

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Sovann is a Khmer name meaning “gold.” Its root is Sanskrit suvarṇa, and its Cambodian form preserves the association with something precious.

Nicknames

  • Van

Spellings & variants

  • Suvanna

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

  • Soft
  • Works everywhere

Origins

Sovann comes from Khmer.

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Niran

Eternal; forever (นิรันดร์ spelling)

Rare gem
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Luck; good fortune

Rare gem
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Rare gem
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Power; strength; glory

Rare gem
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Endless or joyful, depending on Thai spelling

Rare gem
Javanese · Sundanese · Indonesian

Gilang

Bright; brilliant; shining

Rare gem
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