663 Buddhism Baby Girl Names With Meanings

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.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Miliana		Girl	Graceful, gentle, resilient
Mima		Girl	Dove
Minji		Unisex	Intelligent, talented, beautiful
Minnow		Unisex	Small aquatic creature
Mirin		Unisex	Joyful, serene, beloved
Miyagi		Unisex	Shrine; Palace; Festival
Momo		Unisex	Peach in Japanese
Monday		Unisex	Day of the week, beginning, fresh start
Mondo		Unisex	World; Something that is large; extreme
Mongolekhorniiugluu		Unisex	Mongol country's morning
Monie		Unisex	Unique; Bold; Confident
Monk		Unisex	One who lives in a monastery
Monkh Erdene		Unisex	Eternal family
Mono		Unisex	Single; Alone; One
Moonlight		Unisex	Gentle; Serene; Mystical
Mori		Unisex	Forest or woods
Mugen		Unisex	Infinite, boundless or limitless
Mulan		Unisex	Warrior, Brave, Heroine
Munkhtsetseg		Girl	Eternal flower
Mushu		Unisex	Wood rat
Music		Unisex	A word name
Myaing		Unisex	Forest
Myat		Unisex	Better
Myella		Unisex	Unique and feminine
Myia		Girl	Emerald
Myine		Girl	Forest
Myitzu		Girl	A charming lady
Myo		Unisex	Relative
Mystic		Unisex	Mysterious, spiritual, enigmatic
Naimanzuunnadintsetseg		Unisex	Eight hundred precious flowers
Naing		Unisex	Win
Namal		Girl	Ocean; Sea
Namine		Unisex	Beautiful; Mysterious; Artistic
Nandar		Girl	Rejoice or happiness
Narangerel		Girl	Sunlight
Narantsetseg		Girl	Sunflower
Natcha		Girl	Intelligent
Nation		Unisex	A patriotic man
Nekhii		Unisex	Sheepskin
Nex		Unisex	Death; Violent end
Nian		Unisex	Year; Annual
Nicha		Unisex	Natural; Simple
Niche		Unisex	Specialized, distinct, focused
Nikaya		Unisex	Holy scriptures; Collection of teachings
Nilar		Girl	Sapphire
Nin		Girl	Sapphire
Nio		Unisex	Overcoming challenges
Nion		Unisex	Foam born; Born of foam
No		Unisex	Wake up
Noble		Unisex	Dignified; Honorable; Noble-minded
Noi		Unisex	Little; Small
Norika		Girl	Beautiful sunshine
Nyein		Unisex	Quiet; Calmness
Nyema		Unisex	Calm; Peaceful
Nyima		Unisex	Sun, radiance, brightness
Nylo		Unisex	Unique; Modern; Ethereal
Nyunt		Unisex	Blossom
Oan		Unisex	God's gracious gift
Och		Unisex	Sparkle
Od		Unisex	Star
Odgerel		Unisex	Starlight
Odtsetseg		Girl	Star flower
Odval		Girl	Mongolian word for chrysanthemum flower
Ogtbish		Unisex	Not at all
Oh		Unisex	King
Ohara		Unisex	Descendant of Eaghra; A feared one
Ohma		Girl	Linseed flower
Olias		Unisex	The sun
Opame		Girl	Infinite light
Ory		Unisex	Strong; Powerful; Determined
Oshi		Unisex	Thank you; A person's favorite idol or actor
Oso		Unisex	Bear
Ox		Unisex	Working cattle
Oyunchimeg		Girl	Wisdom ornament
Oyuunchimeg		Girl	Decorated or noble mind
Paisyn		Unisex	Peace
Pakpao		Girl	The fighter kite
Pali		Girl	One who has a lot of power and strength
Pema		Girl	A Lotus
Pemala		Girl	Respect for the lotus
Penden		Girl	Lotus throne
Pendo		Unisex	Love
Pensri		Girl	The beauty of the moon
Phaibun		Girl	To prosper and flourish
Phairoh		Girl	Pleasant sounding
Phawta		Girl	Pleasing to the eye
Phi		Unisex	Unique, philosophical, mathematical
Phitsamai		Girl	An adorable woman
Phone		Girl	Glory
Phu		Unisex	Abundant; Rich; Wealthy
Phueng		Girl	Bee
Phurba		Girl	Buddhist religious dagger used for rituals by Buddhist masters
Pim		Unisex	Will; Desire; Resolution
Pimchan		Girl	Beautiful as the moon
Pixel		Unisex	Picture element
Ploy		Girl	Precious stone or gem
Pod		Unisex	An invented name
Precious		Unisex	Valuable, cherished, unique
Prija		Girl	Intelligence; An intelligent and smart woman
Princes		Girl	Noble, royal, regal

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.

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