Wijaya
Wijaya is a Muslim boy name meaning “Victory, victorious”.
| Meaning | Victory, victorious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Indonesian, from Sanskrit vijaya |
| Pronunciation | wee-JAH-yah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Wijaya
Wijaya comes from Sanskrit vijaya, victory. It is linked in Indonesian history with Raden Wijaya, founder of the Majapahit kingdom, and with the old maritime state of Srivijaya. Today it is used both as a given name and as a common surname, including among Chinese-Indonesian families.
Is Wijaya a Muslim name?
Wijaya is an Indonesian name of Sanskrit origin, not an Arabic one, but it is used by many Indonesian Muslims and means victory, similar to the Arabic Naṣr or Fatḥ.
Where is the name Wijaya used?
Common across Indonesia as a given name and surname.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wijaya mean?
Wijaya means 'Victory, victorious'. It comes from Indonesian, from Sanskrit vijaya.
Is Wijaya a Muslim name?
Wijaya is an Indonesian name of Sanskrit origin, not an Arabic one, but it is used by many Indonesian Muslims and means victory, similar to the Arabic Naṣr or Fatḥ.
How do you pronounce Wijaya?
Wijaya is pronounced wee-JAH-yah.