Ayu
Ayu is a Muslim girl name meaning “Beautiful, pretty”.
| Meaning | Beautiful, pretty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Javanese |
| Pronunciation | AH-yoo |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Ayu
Ayu is the Javanese word for beautiful, used in everyday speech for a pretty woman and in compounds such as ayu-ayu. It is common as a first or second element in Indonesian girls' names, for example Ayu Lestari or Dewi Ayu. In Bali, Ayu is also a traditional prefix for women of certain castes, but in Java it is simply a name of beauty.
Is Ayu a Muslim name?
Ayu is a Javanese name, not an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Indonesian Muslim families and simply means beautiful, like the Arabic Jamila.
Where is the name Ayu used?
Very common in Java and across Indonesia.
Gifts with the name Ayu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ayu mean?
Ayu means 'Beautiful, pretty'. It comes from Javanese.
Is Ayu a Muslim name?
Ayu is a Javanese name, not an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Indonesian Muslim families and simply means beautiful, like the Arabic Jamila.
How do you pronounce Ayu?
Ayu is pronounced AH-yoo.