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Kawi

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KAH-wee'KAH-wee'2 syllables
🌐Javanese
Creative

MEANING

Poet

ORIGIN

Indonesian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Javanese word for poet, reflecting a cultural emphasis on artistic expression.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Javanese culture, poets hold a significant role in traditional storytelling and cultural preservation.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically, poets in Java were revered for their role in crafting the narrative of society and preserving history through verse.

🇮🇳Sanskrit
Melodic

MEANING

Sage

ORIGIN

Indian

ETYMOLOGY

Related to the Sanskrit word 'kavi', meaning sage or wise person.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Hindu tradition, a 'kavi' is often a wise and learned person, sometimes a spiritual guide.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The term has been used in ancient texts to describe revered figures known for their wisdom and insight.

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FAQs About Kawi

The name Kawi means "poet" in Javanese, "sage" in Sanskrit.
Kawi has Indonesian and Indian origins. Derived from the Javanese word for poet, reflecting a cultural emphasis on artistic expression.
Kawi is pronounced KAH-wee (KAH-wee). It has 2 syllables.
On Naymt, every name is color-coded by gender: green indicates a "masculine" name (one that has only ever appeared in the boys' top 1000 since 1880), purple indicates a "feminine" name (only in the girls' top 1000), and yellow indicates a "neutral" name (one that has appeared in the top 1000 for both genders at some point in history).
Popular nicknames for Kawi include Kay, Wiwi.
Sibling name ideas that pair well with Kawi include Arya, Maya, Lila.
The most common spelling is Kawi. Alternative spellings include Cawi, Kavvi.
Kawi - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations