rakan

Rakan is a word in Malay and Indonesian meaning “friend” or “companion.” In Malay, rakan is used to describe social relationships and appears in compounds such as rakan sekerja (colleague) and rakan kongsi (partner). In Indonesian, rakan is more formal and literary; everyday speech often uses temen or kawan, while rakan remains understood in formal writing or older texts.

Beyond language, Rakan is used as a proper noun in popular culture. The League of Legends character Rakan, released by Riot Games in 2017, is a male support champion who forms a close partnership with Xayah. He is described as a Vastayan protector whose abilities emphasize mobility, teamwork, and assisting allies through shielding or engagement.

Rakan also appears as a given name and sometimes as a place name in Southeast Asia, reflecting the word’s social meaning. In literature and media, the term is occasionally used to evoke friendship, loyalty, or companionship.