Amrapali
Amrapali is a Buddhist girl name of Sanskrit and Pali origin, meaning “Mango blossom; guardian of mangoes”.
| Meaning | Mango blossom; guardian of mangoes |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit and Pali |
| Written as | आम्रपाली |
| Pronunciation | aam-ruh-PAA-lee |
| Tradition | Buddhist, Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Amrapali
Amrapali joins amra, 'mango', with pali, often explained as 'protector' or 'shoot', so it is read as 'mango blossom' or 'guardian of the mango grove'. Tradition says Amrapali of Vaishali was found as a baby under a mango tree. She was a celebrated courtesan who became a devoted follower of the Buddha and gave her mango grove to his order. The Pali form is Ambapali.
Is Amrapali a Buddhist name?
Ambapali is honoured in Buddhist texts as a disciple of the Buddha, and verses attributed to her appear in the Therigatha.
How popular is Amrapali?
An uncommon name, used in India for its history and lovely sound.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amrapali mean?
Amrapali means 'Mango blossom; guardian of mangoes'. It is of Sanskrit and Pali origin.
Is Amrapali a Buddhist name?
Ambapali is honoured in Buddhist texts as a disciple of the Buddha, and verses attributed to her appear in the Therigatha.
How do you pronounce Amrapali?
Amrapali is pronounced aam-ruh-PAA-lee.
Is Amrapali a boy or girl name?
Amrapali is usually a girl name.