Pema
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Pema is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “Pema is a Tibetan and Nepali name meaning 'lotus flower'. The lotus is a symbol of purity, spiritual awakening, and beauty in Buddhism.”. It currently ranks #10053 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2017.
What Pema Means
“Pema is a Tibetan and Nepali name meaning 'lotus flower'. The lotus is a symbol of purity, spiritual awakening, and beauty in Buddhism.”
The Story of Pema
Imagine a name that unfolds like a sacred blossom, whispered on mountain winds from the heart of the Himalayas.
Pema, a name with roots in Tibetan and Nepali traditions, signifies the sacred lotus flower. This bloom, an emblem of purity and spiritual awakening, has graced Buddhist art and philosophy for centuries. Its journey carries the calm resilience of the Himalayas themselves.
You see your daughter blooming, a serene presence in a bustling world. This is a name for your child who will find strength in quietude, whose gentle spirit will lead her to a deep understanding of compassion.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Pema Chödrön
Tibetan Buddhist nun and author known for her teachings on compassion.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#18 in 2017
Total Births
237
First Recorded
2001
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