Budiman

boyMalay / Indonesian

Budiman is a Muslim boy name meaning “Wise, virtuous, of good character”.

MeaningWise, virtuous, of good character
GenderBoy
OriginMalay / Indonesian
Pronunciationboo-DEE-mahn
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Budiman

Budiman is a Malay and Indonesian word built from budi, meaning character, intellect and good conduct, with the suffix -man that marks a person who has that quality. A budiman is someone wise and virtuous. The word is common in phrases such as orang budiman, a person of noble character, which makes it a natural name for a boy.

Is Budiman a Muslim name?

Budiman is not an Arabic name, but it is a Malay-Indonesian name used by Muslim families, meaning wise and of good character.

Where is the name Budiman used?

Used in Indonesia and Malaysia, especially among older generations.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Budiman mean?

Budiman means 'Wise, virtuous, of good character'. It comes from Malay / Indonesian.

Is Budiman a Muslim name?

Budiman is not an Arabic name, but it is a Malay-Indonesian name used by Muslim families, meaning wise and of good character.

How do you pronounce Budiman?

Budiman is pronounced boo-DEE-mahn.

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