Female and male first names : Buddhism.
KARMA
MaleAncient Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'action', popularized beyond its Buddhist origins due to its uniqueness.
KARMA
FemaleUnique Sanskrit name meaning "action" or "deed", reflecting the spiritual principle of cause and effect.
KARUNA
FemaleSanskrit-derived given name meaning compassion or mercy, revered in Hinduism and Buddhism for embodying kindness and active compassion.
KATHINA
FemaleUnique and beautiful feminine given name with Sanskrit origins. Meaning 'clothing' or 'robe', it symbolizes protection and is deeply rooted in Indian culture and Buddhist tradition.
KOAN
MaleJapanese name derived from Buddhist philosophy's paradoxical statements or anecdotes used for spiritual instruction.
KRILLIN
MaleDistinctive Japanese name meaning "small bell," inspired by Buddhism's concept of emptiness.
KRIYAN
MaleRare, unique Indian name derived from Sanskrit's 'Krishna', meaning 'dark blue' or 'black', associated with Lord Krishna, an avatar of Hindu god Vishnu.
KUNGA
MaleCaptivating Tibetan name meaning 'happiness', reflecting contentment and joy in Buddhist culture.
KYAW
MaleMale given name of Burmese origin, derived from Pali where it means 'first' or 'to begin'. Historically popular, it's often chosen to symbolize new beginnings.
LAMA
FemaleTibetan origin, meaning "calm and peaceful". It is traditionally used as a title for Buddhist monks who dedicate themselves to promoting compassion, wisdom, and enlightenment.
MAITREYA
MaleAncient Sanskrit name meaning 'friend' or 'loving one', derived from 'mitra'. In Buddhism, it represents the future Buddha of peace, while in Hinduism, Maitreya is one of the seven sages. A unisex name, it carries spiritual significance across religions and cultures.
MAITREYA
FemaleSanskrit name meaning 'friendly' or 'loving', popularized by figures like Swami Vivekananda and associated with the future bodhisattva Maitreya.
MAITRI
FemaleDistinctive Indian name meaning 'friendship' or 'loving-kindness', associated with Buddhist metta and Hindu goddess Durga's form of compassionate grace.
MANDALA
FemaleGirls' name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "circle" or "completion," symbolizing unity and harmony in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
MANJU
FemaleSanskrit name derived from "manjushaka", meaning sugarcane. It signifies wisdom and good fortune, associated with the Buddhist bodhisattva Manjushri.
METTA
FemaleThai girls' name meaning 'love' or 'loving-kindness', derived from the Pali word 'metta'.
MIYAE
FemaleRare yet meaningful Japanese girls' name composed of 'miya', meaning 'shrine', and 'ae', meaning 'blessing'.
NALIN
MaleIndian name derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'lotus', symbolizing beauty and purity in Hinduism and Buddhism.
NIRVA
FemaleIndian girls' name derived from 'Nirvana', signifying 'extinction' or 'blown out' in Sanskrit, and symbolizing perfect peace and happiness in Buddhism.
NIRVAN
MaleIntriguing name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'bliss' or 'extinction of suffering,' symbolizing perfect happiness and liberation in Hindu and Buddhist philosophies.
NIRVANA
MaleSanskrit-derived name meaning "extinguished" or "perfect peace," signifying liberation from suffering in Buddhism and Hinduism.
NIRVANA
FemaleNirvana, of Sanskrit origin, means "extinction" or "blowing out," signifying the state of perfect peace and freedom achieved through enlightenment in Buddhism.
NIRVIKA
FemaleUnique female name of Sanskrit origin, derived from 'Nirvana', meaning 'bliss' or 'liberation'. It signifies inner peace and enlightenment.
NOSHEEN
FemaleUnique female name of Sanskrit origin, translating to 'the beautiful lotus flower', symbolizing purity, beauty, and enlightenment in Indian culture.
ORIYANA
FemaleUnique female name of Japanese origin, meaning "eightfold path" and signifying the journey towards Buddhist enlightenment.
PADMA
FemaleSanskrit-derived name, meaning 'lotus flower,' symbolizing purity and enlightenment, and historically associated with notable Indian figures like Padmaavat, the queen who inspired the epic poem 'Padmavat.'
PEMA
MaleTibetan female name meaning 'lotus' or 'lily', symbols of purity and enlightenment.
PHAT
MaleVietnamese given name meaning 'fatty', but it's embraced as a symbol of pride and is associated with abundance and prosperity in Buddhism.
PRAJNA
FemaleSanskrit-derived name meaning 'wisdom' or 'understanding', holding deep significance in Buddhism as the embodiment of spiritual enlightenment.
REON
MaleReon: A Japanese name meaning 'the sound of nothingness,' reflecting Zen Buddhism's concept of emptiness.
RIGDEN
MaleRare Tibetan name meaning "holder of the teachings" or "spiritual guide", associated with legendary King Gesar of Ling and embodying spiritual guidance in Tibetan Buddhism.
SAKYA
FemaleMale name of Indian origin, derived from the ancient city of Sakya, the birthplace of Buddha Gautama. In Sanskrit, it means 'wise', reflecting its historical and spiritual significance in Buddhism.
SAMSARA
FemaleSanskrit-derived name meaning 'complete all' and signifies the continuous cycle of life, death, and rebirth in Hindu and Buddhist philosophies.
SAMYAK
MaleUnique male name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'perfect' or 'complete', often associated with perfect understanding in Buddhism.
SAMYE
FemaleJapanese boys' name derived from "三 Baptême," meaning "three days," reflecting the Buddhist concept of the three days of the dead.
SANCHI
FemaleIndian name derived from the ancient city of Sanchi, known for its Great Stupa built during the Mauryan Empire around 265 BCE. While it does not have a specific meaning, it is often interpreted to mean "peace" or "tranquility," reflecting the historical significance of the city as a place of meditation and spiritual reflection for Buddhist monks.
SATORI
FemaleJapanese given name derived from the Sanskrit 'Kensat', meaning 'to understand'. In Zen Buddhism, it signifies sudden enlightenment or awakening, denoting an intuitive understanding of one's true nature and interconnectedness. Traditionally bestowed upon males and females alike, Satori has gained global popularity due to its unique sound and profound spiritual meaning.
SATORI
MaleThe name Satori is Japanese in origin, signifying sudden enlightenment or spiritual awakening in Buddhism.
SHAMBRA
FemaleRare Sanskrit name derived from 'Shambhala', meaning 'place of peace'.
SHAMBRIKA
FemaleShambrika, of Indian origin, means "place of peace" and is associated with spiritual enlightenment and inner tranquility.