Asanga
Asanga is a Buddhist boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Unattached, free of clinging”.
| Meaning | Unattached, free of clinging |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | असङ्ग |
| Pronunciation | uh-SUNG-guh |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Sri Lanka, India |
Meaning and origin of Asanga
Asanga means 'without attachment', from a-, 'not', and sanga, 'clinging'. Its most famous bearer is Asanga, the fourth-century Indian scholar who, with his half-brother Vasubandhu, founded the Yogacara school of Mahayana philosophy and is traditionally said to have received teachings from the future Buddha Maitreya. Today the name is used mostly in Sri Lanka.
Is Asanga a Buddhist name?
Non-attachment is a core Buddhist value, and the name honours the great Yogacara master Asanga, revered in Tibetan and East Asian Buddhism.
How popular is Asanga?
A recognised given name among Sinhalese Buddhists in Sri Lanka; rare elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Asanga mean?
Asanga means 'Unattached, free of clinging'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Asanga a Buddhist name?
Non-attachment is a core Buddhist value, and the name honours the great Yogacara master Asanga, revered in Tibetan and East Asian Buddhism.
How do you pronounce Asanga?
Asanga is pronounced uh-SUNG-guh.
Is Asanga a boy or girl name?
Asanga is usually a boy name.