Name meaning
Pema
means “lotus”
- Origin
- Sanskrit, via Tibetan
- Used in
- Tibetan, Bhutanese, Sherpa
- Spellings
- Pema · Padma
- Say it
- PEH-mah
- Letters
- 4
Researched meaning
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Pema is the Tibetan form of the Sanskrit padma, lotus, a symbol of purity rising from mud.
Roots
From Sanskrit padma (lotus).
Where it is used
Padma is the Sanskrit form.
Pema name FAQ
What does the name Pema mean?
Pema means “lotus”. From Sanskrit padma (lotus).
Where does the name Pema come from?
Pema is of Sanskrit, via Tibetan origin. Today it is used in Tibetan, Bhutanese, Sherpa families.
How do you pronounce Pema?
Pema is usually pronounced PEH-mah.
What are other spellings of Pema?
Related spellings and forms include Padma.
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Sources
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