Pema
Pema (पद्म) is a Buddhist-origin Hindu girl-name meaning "Lotus (Tibetan); purity rising from mud".
Pema (पद्म) is a Buddhist-origin Hindu girl-name meaning "Lotus (Tibetan); purity rising from mud".
Pema (पद्म) is a Buddhist-origin Hindu girl-name meaning "Lotus (Tibetan); purity rising from mud".
What does Pema mean?
"Pema" (पद्म) carries the meaning: Lotus (Tibetan); purity rising from mud.
Origin & Sanskrit / Regional Roots
Pema originates from Buddhist tradition. Buddhist names draw from Pali, Sanskrit, and Theravada/Mahayana traditions reflecting wisdom and compassion (karuna).
Pronunciation
Pema — typically pronounced pema. Stress usually falls on the first syllable in most regional dialects.
Numerology
Destiny number: 8. Meaning: Power, ambition, material success. Children with this number often display the qualities associated with their numerological vibration.
Similar & Related Names
- Padma
- Padmavati
- Padmini
- Tara
Why parents choose this name in 2026
Pema remains a meaningful choice for Hindu families in India and the diaspora — combining cultural depth, spiritual resonance, and a sound that travels well across English, Hindi, and regional languages. It is especially popular among NRI parents in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and the Gulf who want a name that honours tradition while feeling at home in global contexts.
Pema — Name Facts
- Meaning
- Lotus (Tibetan); purity rising from mud
- Gender
- Hindu girl name
- Nakshatra
- Chitra
- Rashi
- Kanya (Virgo)
- Numerology
- 9
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pema mean?
Pema is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl name meaning “Lotus (Tibetan); purity rising from mud”.
Is Pema a boy or girl name?
Pema is traditionally a Hindu girl name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Pema?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Pema aligns with the Chitra nakshatra, under the Kanya (Virgo) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Pema?
The Chaldean name number of Pema is 9.
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