Indonesian Girl Names by ViVi

These are names of 100% Indonesian origin, meaning they don't derive from names from other cultures. These are names specifically for girls. There are no male or unisex names on this list.
  1. Harum
    • Origin:

      Indonesian
    • Meaning:

      "aromatic"
    • Description:

      The English homophone "harem" means something very different, but Harum is a pretty name nonetheless.
  2. Indah
    • Origin:

      Indonesian
    • Meaning:

      "pretty"
    • Description:

      An Indonesian name that is virtually unknown in the Western World but that is eminently portable, sister of India and Indre or Indra.
  3. Laras
    • Origin:

      Indonesian
    • Meaning:

      "calm"
    • Description:

      Everyone will misunderstand it as Lara, but if you're willing to put up with the confusion, this is a truly different yet simple option.
  4. Putri
    • Origin:

      Indonesian
    • Meaning:

      "princess; daughter"
    • Description:

      A common name in Indonesia that would not work well in English-speaking countries, being too close to putrid or putty.
  5. Ratih
    • Origin:

      Indonesian
    • Meaning:

      "most beautiful; godlike"
    • Description:

      Popular Indonesian name that may leave a young girl in an English=speaking country open to teasing.
  6. Tyas
    • Origin:

      Indonesian
    • Meaning:

      "heart of hearts"
    • Description:

      Tyas is an unusual Indonesian name that's simple and straightforward and could make an distinctive choice in the Western World.