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Ajahn

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Ajahn is a boy’s name of Vietnamese origin, meaning “A Thai title used for highly respected Buddhist monks, meaning 'teacher' or 'master'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1993.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginVietnamese

What Ajahn Means

A Thai title used for highly respected Buddhist monks, meaning 'teacher' or 'master'.

The Story of Ajahn

This name carries the quiet wisdom of ancient traditions and the serenity of spiritual devotion.

Ajahn is a revered title in Thai culture, bestowed upon esteemed Buddhist monks. It translates to 'teacher' or 'master,' signifying profound knowledge and spiritual guidance, first recorded in the West in 1993.

You imagine a son who possesses a deep inner calm, a natural mentor to those around him. Ajahn speaks to the quiet strength and wisdom you hope to foster in your child.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Personality Traits

WiseCalmRespectfulSpiritual

Peak Year

#6 in 1993

Total Births

6

First Recorded

1993

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