Female and male first names : Cambodia.
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ANOUSONE
MaleElegant Khmer name meaning "Ancient Gold", popularized during Cambodia's medieval empire due to its association with power and timeless beauty.
BOPHA
FemaleBopha, of Cambodian origin, means 'lotus flower' and signifies resilience amidst adversity.
CHAMROEUN
MaleUnique Cambodian name of Sanskrit origin, translating to "one who has the strength of a lion". It reflects courage and dignity, deeply rooted in ancient Cambodian royalty and culture.
CHANTHA
FemaleKhmer name meaning "moon star," carrying celestial connotations and historically reserved for royals or exceptional individuals.
CHANTHY
MaleUnique Cambodian female name meaning 'moon', symbolizing beauty, grace, tranquility, calmness, elegance, luminosity, good fortune, and protection.
CHANTRA
FemaleAncient Khmer female name derived from Sanskrit 'chandra', meaning moon, signifying beauty and grace as its legendary bearer, King Jayavarman VII's daughter, was named after the radiant night sky illuminator.
CHANTRA
MaleBeautiful Khmer name derived from the Sanskrit word 'Sankhya', meaning 'number' or 'calculation'. It's famous for being the name of a magical bird in Cambodia's national epic, the Reamker.
LAIKLEE
FemaleUnique Khmer name meaning 'play' or 'game', popularized by Princess Laiklee during King Ang Duong's reign (1840-1860).
LENG
FemaleCambodian origin and means "tiger," symbolizing strength and courage in Khmer culture, often associated with the Hindu god Indra.
MEALEA
FemaleCaptivating Cambodian name derived from ancient Khmer language, commonly meaning 'beauty' or 'elegance', and often associated with water in Cambodian culture. It has been passed down through generations due to its prestigious origins and remains accessible today.
NALY
FemaleKhmer name meaning 'lotus', symbolizing purity and resilience, and was famously borne by Queen Naly of Cambodia.
PHENG
MaleCambodian name meaning 'moon', associated with beauty and serenity, traditionally given to girls but now unisex.
RATANA
MaleKhmer female given name derived from Sanskrit 'Ratan', meaning 'jewel'. It's famously associated with Queen Ratana Devi and signifies nobility.
RATHANA
FemaleCambodian name derived from Sanskrit "Ratna," meaning "jewel" or "gemstone," associated with the Goddess Lakshmi in Hindu mythology.
RATHANAK
MaleUncommon Khmer given name composed of "Ratha," meaning chariot, and "anak," meaning child. Its literal translation is "child of the chariot." Historically significant in Khmer culture, Rathanak was often bestowed upon royal or noble children, symbolizing their status. One notable figure bearing this name is King Jayavarman VII (1181-1219), whose full title included 'Rathanak.' Today, it remains a popular and meaningful name among Cambodians globally.
RAVY
MaleDistinct Cambodian given name derived from the Khmer word 'Reav', meaning 'light' or 'shine'. Traditionally bestowed upon boys, Ravy symbolizes knowledge, wisdom, and enlightenment in Cambodian culture.
REAM
FemaleCambodian origin name meaning "rain", associated with fertility and prosperity in Cambodian culture.
RHAVY
MaleUnique and rare Cambodian name, possibly meaning "born auspiciously" in Khmer, with unclear origins but associated with King Jayavarman VII's reign.
SAROUN
FemaleKhmer origin, meaning "ocean" or "sea," derived from the Sanskrit word "Sarovar." In Cambodian folklore, it was once a powerful king's name, synonymous with strength and leadership.
SAVANH
FemaleSavannah is a unique, Cambodian-origin unisex name derived from 'Savanna', meaning vast grasslands. It signifies openness and freedom, although it doesn't have a specific meaning in English.
SENG
MaleCambodian origin, derived from 'Sankha', meaning 'conch shell' in Sanskrit, and signifies sacredness and spirituality in Khmer culture.
SOMALY
FemaleRare and captivating female given name from Cambodia, meaning "moonlight" in Khmer language.
SOPHANA
FemaleCaptivating Cambodian name derived from ancient Khmer, meaning 'pure lotus flower', symbolizing purity and grace.
SOPHANNA
MaleSophanna, of Cambodian origin, means 'easy to climb' or 'gradual ascent' in Sanskrit, symbolizing hope and progress.
SOPHEAK
MaleKhmer unisex given name of Cambodian origin, derived from "soph" (beautiful) and "eak" (young), meaning "beautiful young person". It has been popular among Cambodians for generations due to its positive connotation, symbolizing attractiveness and youthfulness in appearance and spirit.
SOVANNA
MaleKhmer feminine name meaning "golden," traditionally associated with royalty and elegance.
SOVANNY
FemaleKhmer-origin female name meaning "gold", symbolizing wealth and prosperity.
THEARY
FemaleUnique Cambodian girl's name meaning "gem" or "precious stone," symbolizing good fortune and protection.
THIDA
FemaleUnique feminine Cambodian name derived from ancient Khmer language, translating to "good fortune" or "prosperity". It has been historically associated with notable figures in Cambodian culture and literature.
THOEUN
MaleUncommon Cambodian name, dating back to the 12th century reign of King Jayavarman VII. Its meaning, "strong" or "powerful," reflects the courage of its namesake, a notable general in the Khmer Empire's expansion.
VANNAK
MaleTraditional Cambodian name derived from Khmer language, meaning "lucky" or "fortunate".
VANNARY
FemaleRare and elegant feminine given name of Cambodian origin, believed to have been traditionally bestowed upon princesses due to its rarity and connection with the lotus flower, symbolizing purity and beauty.
VANTHA
MaleUnique Khmer name meaning 'victory' or 'success', popularized by Princess Vantha, daughter of King Jayavarman VII.
VEASNA
MaleRare Cambodian name, derived from Khmer language, named after the last king of Khmer Empire, King Veasna Varman II, whose reign was marked by peace and prosperity. Its meaning is believed to be associated with victory or conquest.