Mandala
mun-DAH-luh
Mandala is a girl’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “A mandala is a geometric configuration of symbols, used in various spiritual traditions to represent the universe. It signifies wholeness and unity.”, and peaked in popularity in 1976.
What Mandala Means
“A mandala is a geometric configuration of symbols, used in various spiritual traditions to represent the universe. It signifies wholeness and unity.”
The Story of Mandala
Imagine a name that maps the cosmos, a circle of meaning as vast as the universe itself.
From the Sanskrit word for 'circle,' Mandala emerged from ancient Indic traditions as intricate geometric designs. These symbols were used in spiritual practices across Hinduism and Buddhism, serving as visual tools for meditation and representing the totality of existence.
When you hold your daughter, you might see her as a whole universe in herself. This name speaks to a child who will bring a sense of balance and spiritual depth to your life, connecting you to something larger than yourselves.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1976
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1976
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