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
Qacha	Girl	Flank
Qara	Unisex	Cloudlet
Qian	Unisex	Modesty, humbleness
Quynh	Girl	Enigmatic, ethereal, mysterious
Rage	Unisex	Intense anger or fury
Raizo	Unisex	Strong, intelligent, and mysterious
Rakia	Unisex	Exalted one; heavenly
Ramen	Unisex	Japanese noodle soup dish
Rancy	Unisex	A deer
Real	Unisex	Authentic, genuine, true

Ream	Unisex	Joyful or delightful
Relic	Unisex	Ancient; Prized object
Rem	Unisex	Strong and resilient
Renji	Unisex	Lotus; Benevolent; Righteous
Retsuko	Girl	Furious child
Rhaine	Unisex	Graceful; Serene; Ethereal
Rhue	Unisex	Red-haired; Red river
Rhyme	Unisex	Poetic; Musical; Lyrical
Rhyson	Unisex	Rhythmic; Musical; Sound of rhythm
Rise	Unisex	Ascend; Growth; Uplift

Roc	Unisex	Rock
Rochana	Girl	Sweet words; One who is very sweet with the words
Rode	Unisex	Someone who lived by a clearing in the woods
Rohm	Unisex	Fame
Rou	Unisex	Soft; Gentle
Rovan	Unisex	Strong and resilient
Ruckus	Unisex	A disturbance or commotion
Ryzen	Unisex	Powerful; Innovative; Cutting-edge
Sacai	Unisex	Unique and rare
Sae	Unisex	to strive or to make an effort

Saengdao	Girl	Starlight
Sakiya	Unisex	Protector; One who brings happiness
Sakya	Girl	Buddhist heritage or the Buddha's clan
Salaya	Girl	Goddess of agriculture
Samorn	Girl	A woman who is beautiful and beloved
San	Girl	Moon
Sanchi	Unisex	Peaceful, noble, fortunate
Sandar	Girl	Moon
Sanni	Unisex	Truth
Sanoh	Girl	Something that sounds pleasant

Sanouk	Girl	An enjoyable festival
Sarangerel	Girl	Moonlight
Sarantsatsral	Girl	Moonbeam
Sarnai	Girl	Rose
Satori	Unisex	Enlightenment or awakening
Saw	Unisex	Sharp and cutting
Seela	Unisex	Blissful; blessed
Seeya	Unisex	Farewell or goodbye
Semon	Unisex	Heard
Senga	Unisex	Pure; Chaste

Seon	Unisex	Good; Mercy; Kindness; Virtous
Serein	Unisex	Calm and peaceful
Set	Unisex	Egyptian god of chaos and the desert
Seya	Unisex	Shadow; Shade
Seylah	Unisex	Gifted; Graceful; Powerful
Shaelin	Unisex	Noble; Strong; Courageous
Shaiya	Unisex	Feminine; Unique; Spiritual
Shakiya	Unisex	Unique and spirited warrior
Shaolin	Unisex	Monastic martial arts
Shein	Unisex	Reflection; Mirror's reflection; Reflection of either of the parent

Shenden	Girl	She who tries to benefit others
Shine	Unisex	Radiance, brilliance, or glow
Shway	Unisex	Gold
Shylin	Unisex	Unique; Mysterious; Enchanting
Sirikit	Girl	A woman with the qualities of a Queen
Siriporn	Girl	Glory; Splendour; Blessing
Slader	Unisex	Valley; Low-lying marshy ground
Smile	Unisex	Expression of happiness or amusement shown by turning up the corners of the mouth
Socheata	Girl	Well-born; Well-grown
Soe	Unisex	She who dominates

Solia	Unisex	Radiant; Sunny; Celestial
Solina	Unisex	Peaceful; Sunlit
Solstice	Unisex	Turning point or change in season
Soo	Girl	A charitable, kind, and noble person
Soojin	Unisex	Graceful; Intelligent; Diligent
Sook	Girl	She who is of pure nature
Sopa	Girl	An incredibly pretty girl
Sophea	Girl	She who is a clever and wise one
Sosan	Unisex	Lily flower
Sovann	Unisex	He who is golden

Sovanna	Unisex	Golden, radiant, beautiful
Sovannah	Girl	He who is made of gold
Sovereign	Unisex	Royal, powerful, ruler
Sreyleak	Girl	Perfect girl
Stokes	Unisex	Surname; A place name or geographical feature
Styles	Unisex	Design; Manner of doing things
Suda	Girl	She who is a daughter
Sujin	Unisex	Pure or one who has good virtue
Sunako	Girl	The sand child or the dark side
Sundae	Unisex	Sweet and delightful chocolaty treat

Sunstra	Girl	A woman with beautiful eyes
Suong	Girl	She is like a fog
Super	Unisex	Extremely good; Great; Large; Above and beyond
Susu	Unisex	A very slight sound; A quiet person
Syn	Unisex	Refusal; Denial
Ta	Unisex	Gift or talent
Taban	Unisex	Splendid or glittering
Taeo	Unisex	Innovative; Ambitious
Tai	Unisex	Peaceful or great
Taigan	Unisex	Wild mountain

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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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