Tibetan Names for Girls

  1. Tenzan
    • Origin:

      Variation of Tenzin, Tibetan
    • Meaning:

      "protector of Dharma"
    • Description:

      Tenzan is a variation of Tenzin, a name with special significance for Buddhists, being the first name of the Dalai Lama.
  2. Pema
    • Origin:

      Tibetan
    • Meaning:

      "lotus flower"
    • Description:

      Pema is related to the more familiar Hindu name Padma and means lotus flower. This delightful name was given to only 14 girls in the USA last year, so it's guaranteed to be a unique choice. Pema is probably most familiar to Westerners through Buddhist nun Pema Chodron and through Jetsun Pema, the Dalai Lama's sister.

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