245 Buddhist Girl Names Reflecting Elegance

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
Ariyah		Girl	Lion; Noble; Melody
Ariya		Girl	Honorable; Noble; Aryan; Song; Melody
Alayia		Girl	Storehouse consciousness; Abode; Dwelling
Savani		Unisex	A musical piece sung in the evening; Name of a raga; A nun
Savana		Girl	Hearing; Flowing; Solar; Sacrificial libation; The moon; Name of varuna
Saja		Girl	A calm and tranquil person; Lion
Savi		Girl	A large grassy plain; Flowed; Milk; Delight; To accept
Maahi		Girl	A river; Surface of the Earth; Number one
Malai		Girl	A garland of flowers
Nishka		Girl	Gold vessel; Gold coin; Necklace
Chenda		Girl	Thought; Intellect
Nilaya		Girl	House; Habitation
Akia		Girl	Clear sky; Bright; Tomorrow
Axara		Unisex	Letters; Sweet tones; Imperishable; Syllable
Deya		Boy	Granting a boon; Offering; Light; Lamp; Illumination
Takarra		Girl	Precious item; Precious one
Satori		Unisex	Sand; Capital; Village; Awakening; Comprehension; Understanding
Siyaan		Girl	Silk; Fine thread; Charming; Fascinating
Allaya		Unisex	Dwelling; High; Lofty; Sublime
Aiyan		Unisex	Friendly; Affection; Beautiful; Cliff
Socheata		Girl	Well-born; Well-grown
Lawan		Girl	Beautiful
Sayana		Unisex	Lying-down; Reclining pose; Sleeping; Bed; Sofa; Couch; Clear; Bright; Clean; Vegetable; Greens; Sayan mountains; Million
Yuni		Unisex	June; Connection; Union; Young woman; Rain; Sunlight; Rainbow; Gentleness; Similar; Humanity
Mahita		Girl	Celebrated; Greatness; Honored; Festivity
Samsara		Unisex	Cycle of existence; Endless rebirth; Wheel of dharma; The great tree of transmigration
Suong		Girl	She is like a fog
Ramia		Girl	God is exalted; Sender; beautiful; Fabric; Second; Asia
Nau		Unisex	Apple tree; Poetry; Poem
Lavanna		Unisex	Golden; Yahweh is gracious
Nirva		Unisex	Liberation; Bliss; Inner peace
Yubin		Girl	Beautiful; Fair; Handsome; Refined
Yujin		Unisex	Rare treasure; Brilliance of gems
Thanh		Girl	Sound; Voice; Green; Young
Malee		Girl	Jasmine
Lunamaria		Girl	Moon-loving; Sea moon; Dark areas of the moon
Maanasa		Girl	Mind; Spiritual; A lake; A mountain; Mental worship; Desire; Wish; Intention
Mahati		Girl	Great; Narada's seven-stringed lute; A river; To honor; Important
Erisa		Girl	Strife; Discord; Flower; Eternity; Blessing
Tomoko		Girl	A friendly or a knowing child
Tonica		Girl	To the people; Something to the race
Anvee		Unisex	To go after or alongside; Goddess Parvathi
Karamia		Girl	Beloved Peace
Davika		Girl	Belonging to the river Devika; Army ranking
Tasanee		Girl	A beautiful view
Mahalakshmi		Girl	The great Lakshmi; Great royal fortune; Great sign; Great beauty; Universal mother; Great wealth
Tuyen		Girl	Archangel; Messenger
Pema		Girl	A Lotus
Quynh		Girl	Deep red
Tuyet		Girl	A girl whose complexion is fair like snowflakes
Madhavi		Girl	Woman of the race of Madhu or Yadu; Subhadra; Spring; Honey-sugar; Sacred basil; Earth
Thang		Girl	To be stormy
Tida		Girl	Daughter; People; Sun
Na		Girl	Elegant; Graceful; Delicate
Madee		Girl	A good beginning
Thi		Girl	Poetry; Verse
Nicha		Unisex	Clean; Pure
Thao		Girl	Courteous; Respectful of parents; Grass; Herbs
Thida		Girl	Goddess Sita; Daughter; Girl
Mayling		Unisex	Beautiful; Age; Tinkling of jade; Clever; Performer; Solitary; Spirit
Yerin		Girl	Art; Talent; Ability; Clear water; Earth
Min-ji		Unisex	One with sharp intellect
Sanchi		Unisex	To measure; To store; To save
Baiju		Boy	A hundred; Chrysanthemum
Paramita		Girl	Perfection; Completeness; Measure
Pratyusha		Girl	Dawn; Daybreak
Rajini		Girl	Night; Shining; Beautiful lady
Achara		Girl	An angel who is very pretty or beautiful
Amala		Unisex	Clean; Pure; Undefiled; Shining; Epithet of Goddess Lakshmi
Asita		Girl	Not clinging; Eaten; Sickle; Rope
Begum		Girl	Chief; Commander
Bian		Girl	Secretive; Universal plan; Beautiful peace; Apricot
Caihong		Girl	Rainbow
Channary		Girl	Moon-faced girl
Dhyana		Boy	Meditation
Dhyani		Boy	One who meditates
Druki		Girl	Peace-loving individuals
Erhi		Girl	A musical instrument
Etsudo		Girl	Joy; Child
Goldeheve		Girl	The individual with a sixth sense, high energy levels, and sensitivity
Goldeholda		Girl	One with a huge collection of ornaments; Intelligent
Hara		Unisex	Wilderness; Happiness; Joy; Seizer
Haren		Boy	Lotus wave
Hea		Girl	Grace
Heljo		Girl	Blessed; Holy
Jayathi		Girl	Experiencing victory; Rejoicing for victory
Justeene		Girl	Righteous, upright
Kinnari		Girl	A mythical being with human and horse features; Name of a race celebrated as musicians
Kinnera		Girl	A mythical being with human and horse features; Name of a race celebrated as musicians
Moksha		Boy	Freedom; Liberation; Salvation
Mokshita		Girl	Liberated; Free
Nabina		Boy	New; Fresh
Nadi		Girl	River; Rock; Searching
Nageshwari		Girl	Goddess of serpents; Queen of mountains
Nagin		Girl	An epithet of Shiva; Female cobra; Surrounded by serpents
Nagini		Girl	Divine snakes
Ne		Girl	Sun
Niju		Girl	Perpetually; Regularly
Pali		Girl	One who has a lot of power and strength
Prashansa		Girl	Praise; Admiration; Eulogy; Fame; Glory

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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