663 Buddhism Baby Girl Names With Meanings

From a golden rose to a full moon, a world of choices from the philosophical culture.

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Buddhism names often reflect the principles, values, and ideals of the religion and the diverse cultural backgrounds within which Buddhism is practiced. So, let’s delve into the fascinating world of “Buddhism baby girl names.”

Historically, Buddhism originated in ancient India around the 6th century BCE and spread across Central and Southeast Asia, primarily through Korea, Japan, and China (1). Buddhism is now practiced by roughly 500 hundred million people worldwide, with the largest concentration in Asia (2). As a result, Buddhism adopted and adapted naming customs from these diverse cultures, giving rise to a wide array of names with different linguistic origins.

Buddhist baby girl names may share a glimpse of Sanskrit, Pali, Tibetan, Chinese, and Japanese languages. Sanskrit, the classical language of ancient India, holds a special place in Buddhism as it is the language of the sacred Buddhist scriptures.

This religion, centered on enlightenment and the pursuit of Nirvana, guides people on a path toward realizing their true potential. Within Buddhism, various qualities and practices are highly regarded, including meditation, ethical conduct, and cultivating wisdom.

With these profound virtues in mind, Buddhist baby names can serve as a wonderful choice for welcoming a newborn baby girl into the world. These names embody the values and ideals that Buddhism promotes.

Please note that naming customs can differ among diverse Buddhist communities and families, with personal preferences and cultural backgrounds significantly influencing the choice of names. While some families may lean towards traditional names derived from ancient Buddhist texts, others may choose more contemporary and secular names that still encapsulate Buddhist values.

Naming a baby girl in Buddhism extends far beyond simple identification. It presents a unique chance for parents to instill their children’s aspirations and virtues that resonate with the teachings and values of Buddhism.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Justeene	Girl	Righteous, upright
Jyn	Unisex	Creative; Unique
Kaeda	Unisex	Maple
Kaedon	Unisex	Warrior; Strong; Powerful
Kaen	Unisex	Fiery; Intense; Passionate
Kaeson	Unisex	Strength; Resilience; Determination
Kaien	Unisex	Ocean-related; Sea-related
Kairin	Unisex	Peaceful
Kairu	Unisex	Navy; Marine
Kaizen	Unisex	Continuous improvement

Kalama	Unisex	The torch; Flaming torch
Kamon	Unisex	Little turtles; He who preserves
Kannika	Girl	A beautiful flower
Kanok	Girl	Design or pattern
Kanokwan	Girl	Kanok means gold, Wan means sweet
Kaon	Unisex	Mysterious essence
Karamia	Girl	Beloved Peace
Karawek	Girl	A bird found in Thailand; Bird
Kariya	Unisex	Noble; Strong; Brave
Karnchana	Girl	A beautiful and lovely girl

Kasai	Unisex	River; Sand
Ke	Unisex	Unique, strong, and mysterious
Keo	Unisex	Strong and courageous
Kerouac	Unisex	The house of the peaceful one
Kesang	Girl	Fabulous period of time
Kha	Unisex	Be subservient; Wait
Khalyla	Girl	Noble, strong-willed, and beautiful
Khenbish	Unisex	Nobody
Khin	Unisex	Kindness; One who is kind
Khine	Unisex	Firm

Khoa	Unisex	Intelligent, industrious, diligent
Khongordzol	Girl	Thistle
Khulan	Girl	Onager; Wild donkey
Khun Mae	Girl	The honorable mother
Khunbish	Unisex	Not a human being
Khye	Unisex	Strong; Determined; Courageous
Kichi	Unisex	Lucky; Blessed
Kien	Unisex	Hollyhock; Garden
Kierin	Unisex	Little dark one; Small dark-haired
Kino	Unisex	Kinetic, lively, adventurous

Kitai	Unisex	Hopeful, determined, strong
Kiyomi	Girl	Pure, beautiful, pure beauty
Koan	Unisex	Zen enlightenment; paradoxical question
Koe	Unisex	Voice; Sound
Kohsoom	Girl	Lotus in Thai language
Kokoro	Girl	Heart; Mind
Kongkea	Girl	Big Water
Kookie	Unisex	A nickname or term of endearment derived from 'cookie'
Korea	Girl	Country in East Asia
Kou	Unisex	Strong, noble, courageous

Krillin	Unisex	Short, Strong, Courageous
Kru	Unisex	Strength and power
Kuan	Unisex	To view; To see
Kulap	Girl	The flower rose.
Kwang	Girl	Deer
Kyaw	Girl	Famous; Fame
Kyen	Unisex	Mysterious; Unique
Kyi	Girl	Clear
Kyine	Girl	She who smells sweet
Kywe	Unisex	Rich

Lalisa	Girl	Graceful; Talented
Lanikai	Unisex	Heavenly beach
Lao	Unisex	Old; elder
Laser	Unisex	God is my help
Latia	Unisex	Concealed; Hidden
Lawan	Girl	Beautiful
Leakhena	Girl	An attribute; Characteristic; Quality
Li Jing	Girl	Beautiful spirit
Li Na	Girl	Beautiful; Graceful; Delicate
Li Xiu	Girl	Beautiful; Elegant

Liann	Girl	Graceful; Compassionate; Loyal
Liem	Unisex	Calm; Serene
Little	Unisex	Small; Tiny; Insignificant; Unimportant
Lohan	Unisex	Little noble one; Warrior
Lovi	Unisex	Bat
Lowyn	Unisex	Strength and protection
Lumine	Unisex	Light; Shine
Lunamaria	Girl	Moon-loving; Adorer of the moon
Luxx	Unisex	Extravagance and luxury
Lwin	Unisex	Outstanding

Lynix	Unisex	Variant of Lynx; Light; Brightness
Madee	Girl	A good beginning
Maiki	Unisex	Powerful; Brave
Maisen	Unisex	Strong and determined
Makina	Unisex	Mechanical; Strength; Power
Malee	Girl	Flower; A flower in Thailand
Malila	Unisex	Jasmine
Malivalaya	Girl	Climbing jasmine
Marlar	Girl	Garland
Matrix	Unisex	A structure or arrangement of elements or data in rows and columns

Mav	Unisex	Bold; Maverick; Independent
Mayling	Unisex	Beautiful and delicate
Mayu	Unisex	Graceful, gentle, beautiful
Mayuree	Girl	Beautiful
Mayze	Unisex	Unique and modern
Medekhgui	Unisex	I don't know
Meng	Girl	Bright; Intelligent; Clever
Merica	Unisex	Variant of America; patriotic, American pride
Merina	Unisex	Graceful and serene
Meteo	Unisex	Weather or climate conditions

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This thoughtfully curated collection of Buddhist girl names provides diverse and meaningful choices for your little one. Names like Boonsri, meaning ‘beautiful,’ and Chesa, meaning ‘greatness,’ embody elegance and significance. By choosing a name from this list, you honor Buddhist tradition and bestow your child's life with purpose. As you begin your journey as a parent, may these special names bring blessings and meaning to your precious baby girl's life, now and in the future.

Infographic: Enchanting Buddhist Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Buddhist baby girl names hold deep spiritual meaning and connect to the core principles of Buddhism. Rooted in ancient wisdom, each name symbolizes virtues and qualities cherished in Buddhist teachings. Embrace the timeless wisdom of Buddhism with these meaningful names for your little one. Discover the perfect name that resonates with your beliefs and values in this enlightening infographic. Choose a name that will be a guiding star throughout her life.

exquisite buddhist names for your little princess (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which Buddhist baby girl names are inspired by nature?

Buddhists experience harmony with nature by acknowledging that all forms of life are interdependent (3). Some girl names that are inspired by nature in Buddhism are Altan Sarnai, which means 'golden rose' and Altantsetseg, which means 'golden flower.' A few others include Sook, meaning 'she of pure nature,’ and Kannika, implying ‘a beautiful flower.’

2. Which Buddhist goddess names can be used for baby girls?

There are specific Buddhist goddesses whose names can be used for baby girls. For example, Dohna means 'a female deity.' Tara is a Vajrayana Buddhism goddess known as the 'mother of liberation.'Yakshini was a popular deity in India before Buddha. She is known by various names often used for girls like Hariti, Kunti, Nata, Bhatta, and Revati. Dakini is another deity who is powerful enough to fly in the air. These all are good choices of baby names for girls.

3. Which Buddhist baby girl names represent peace and compassion?

Buddhism's history has mainly been centered around peace. Baby girl names like Karamia, meaning beloved peace, An, meaning peaceful, Druki, meaning peace-loving, and Daya, implying compassion, indicate this deep-rooted aspect of Buddhism.

4. Which Buddhist baby girl names represent wisdom and intelligence?

Tomo, which means intelligence and wisdom, and Goldeholda, which means an intelligent person are a few girl names in Buddhism. On the other hand, baby boy names that signify intelligence are Chiko, which means light of wisdom, and Chimon, means wisdom gate.

5. Which Buddhist baby girl names have Sanskrit origins?

The Sanskrit language has functioned as a traditional means of communication in religions like Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. So, many names in Buddhism have Sanskrit roots. Some examples include Angkasa, meaning sky, Arya, meaning exalted, and Kannika, which means a flower.

6. Which Buddhist baby girl names represent strength and resilience?

Girl names in Buddhism do not directly imply strength. They uphold its varied facets. For example, Aidha, meaning power, Amanthi, which means peace protector, Dinaneatha, meaning the day's ruler, and Tenzin, meaning protector of Dharma - all signify strength in different ways.

References

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Introduction to Buddhism.
https://spice.fsi.stanford.edu/docs/introduction_to_buddhism
Buddhists.
https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2012/12/18/global-religious-landscape-buddhist/
From Islam to Buddhism faiths have long encouraged stewardship of nature;
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/islam-buddhism-faiths-have-long-encouraged-stewardship-nature#:~:text=Buddhism%20inspires%20ecological%20mindfulness%20toof%20all%20forms%20of%20life.

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