Choden
Choden is a Buddhist girl name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Lamp of the Dharma”.
| Meaning | Lamp of the Dharma |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | ཆོས་སྒྲོན། |
| Pronunciation | CHUR-den |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Bhutan, India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Choden
Choden (chos sgron) combines cho, the Dharma or Buddhist teaching, with dron, a lamp. It means 'lamp of the Dharma', someone who carries the light of the teaching. The name is used mainly for girls, especially in Bhutan and Tibetan communities; Bhutanese writer Kunzang Choden is a well-known bearer. The old gloss 'devout' captures its religious tone but not its literal sense.
Is Choden a Buddhist name?
Choden is a Buddhist name expressing the hope that the child will be a light of the Dharma, a common image for wisdom dispelling ignorance.
How popular is Choden?
Common among women in Bhutan and among Tibetans in exile.
Gifts with the name Choden
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Spellings and variants of Choden
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Choden mean?
Choden means 'Lamp of the Dharma'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Choden a Buddhist name?
Choden is a Buddhist name expressing the hope that the child will be a light of the Dharma, a common image for wisdom dispelling ignorance.
How do you pronounce Choden?
Choden is pronounced CHUR-den.
Is Choden a boy or girl name?
Choden is usually a girl name.