Bagus

boyJavanese / Indonesian

Bagus is a Muslim boy name meaning “Good, fine, handsome”.

MeaningGood, fine, handsome
GenderBoy
OriginJavanese / Indonesian
PronunciationBAH-goos
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Bagus

Bagus is the everyday Indonesian word for good or fine, and in Javanese it also means handsome. In Javanese courtly language raden bagus was a title for a young nobleman. As a given name it expresses simple hopes that the boy will be good and well-favoured, and it is often combined with a second name.

Is Bagus a Muslim name?

Bagus is an Indonesian word-name, not an Arabic one, but it is used by Muslim families in Indonesia and simply means good and handsome.

Where is the name Bagus used?

Common in Java and across Indonesia.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Bagus mean?

Bagus means 'Good, fine, handsome'. It comes from Javanese / Indonesian.

Is Bagus a Muslim name?

Bagus is an Indonesian word-name, not an Arabic one, but it is used by Muslim families in Indonesia and simply means good and handsome.

How do you pronounce Bagus?

Bagus is pronounced BAH-goos.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.