Malay · Indonesian

Wira

Pronounced WEE-rahShare

Meaning: Hero

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Wira means “hero” in Indonesian and Malay. It comes from Sanskrit vīra, preserving the name’s long association with courage.

Spellings & variants

  • Vira

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Wira comes from Malay and Indonesian.

Indonesian · Javanese

Teguh

Firm; strong; unwavering

Rare gem
Khmer

Rithy

Power; strength; glory

Rare gem
Indonesian · Malay

Budi

Mind; reason; character

Rare gem
Tagalog · Filipino

Lakan

Nobleman; a historical ruler’s title

Rare gem
Tagalog · Filipino

Bayani

Hero

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Tagalog

Dakila

Majestic; sacred

Rare gem
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