Rahayu

girlJavanese / Sundanese

Rahayu is a Muslim girl name meaning “Safe, well, at peace”.

MeaningSafe, well, at peace
GenderGirl
OriginJavanese / Sundanese
Pronunciationrah-HAH-yoo
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Rahayu

Rahayu is a Javanese and Sundanese word for safety, well-being and peace, used in greetings and blessings, much like the Arabic salām. As a given name it expresses a wish for the child's protection and a calm life. It is especially common for Javanese women and often appears as a second name, as in Sri Rahayu.

Is Rahayu a Muslim name?

Rahayu is a Javanese name rather than an Arabic one, but it is common among Indonesian Muslims and means peace and well-being, similar to Salma or Salamah.

Where is the name Rahayu used?

Common among women in Java.

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Spellings and variants of Rahayu

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Rahayu mean?

Rahayu means 'Safe, well, at peace'. It comes from Javanese / Sundanese.

Is Rahayu a Muslim name?

Rahayu is a Javanese name rather than an Arabic one, but it is common among Indonesian Muslims and means peace and well-being, similar to Salma or Salamah.

How do you pronounce Rahayu?

Rahayu is pronounced rah-HAH-yoo.

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