Anjing
Anjing is a name that can potentially create cultural challenges due to its meaning in certain Asian languages. Derived from the Indonesian and Malay word for 'dog,' it is typically not used as a given name in cultures where these languages are spoken. It might be seen as unconventional or humorous as a name due to its associations.
Parents should consider cultural and linguistic implications before opting for this name, especially in areas familiar with the term.
Basic Information
Gender: Unisex
Sounds Like: AN-jeeng
Pronunciation Explanation: The emphasis is on the first syllable 'AN', while the second syllable is a soft 'jeeng'.
Summary and Meaning
Meaning: dog
Origin: The origin of 'Anjing' is found in Southeast Asian languages, primarily Indonesian and Malay, where it directly translates to 'dog.'
Usage: Anjing could technically be unisex due to its linguistic roots, but its practicality as a name is limited by cultural associations.
Name Number (Chaldean)
Name Number (Pythagorean)
Popularity (Global Rank)
Overall: 139182
Boys:
Girls: 77177
Most Popular in
Religious and Cultural Significance
Religion: N/A
Background: The name has no specific ties to any religion.
Cultural Significance: In the cultures where the name originates, calling someone 'Anjing' could be disrespectful or humorous due to its literal meaning.
Historical Significance: Anjing does not have historical significance as a personal name but is a common word for 'dog' in Indonesian and Malay languages.
Popular Culture
Literature and Mythology: There are no significant literary or mythological references using Anjing as a name.
Movies and Television: Likewise, Anjing is not commonly utilized as a character name in media due to its literal meaning as 'dog'.
Feelings and Perceptions
Perception: Anjing is perceived with curiosity, humor, and potential cultural insensitivity in non-aware contexts.
Positive Feelings: Unique in non-native settings, potentially humorous in a light-hearted context, catchy in sound.
Negative Feelings: Negative connotations due to the common meaning of 'dog' in Indonesian and Malay; potentially offensive.
Practical Considerations
Ease of Writing and Calling: Anjing is easy to write and call due to its phonetic simplicity, though the response to it might vary greatly depending on cultural familiarity.
Common Typos and Misspellings: Anhing,Anjeng,Anjie
Common Nicknames: An,Aj,Jeeng
Anjing Popularity
Anjing Usage and Popularity By Country
| Country | Rank (Overall) |
|---|---|
| Indonesia | 13372 |
| Malaysia | 27535 |
| Philippines | 35669 |
| Singapore | 53638 |
| Germany | 81441 |
| France | 98610 |
| Australia | 105589 |
| South Africa | 120008 |
| Canada | 149654 |
| United Kingdom | 182431 |
Anjing Usage and Popularity By City
| City | Rank (Overall) |
|---|---|
| Peking | 4505 |
| Bandung | 5028 |
| Tours | 1778 |
| Provinsi Kalimantan Timur | 1753 |
Compatibility Analysis
Famous Persons Named Anjing
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Related Names
Similar Sounding Names:
Anjean,Angel,Anjin
