Choephel
Choephel is a Buddhist boy name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Flourishing of the Dharma”.
| Meaning | Flourishing of the Dharma |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | ཆོས་འཕེལ་ |
| Pronunciation | CHUH-pel |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Bhutan, China |
Meaning and origin of Choephel
Choephel, also spelled Chöphel, is a Tibetan name from chö, 'Dharma, the Buddha's teaching', and phel, 'to increase, flourish'. Tibetan names are often given by a lama and carry a blessing, here the hope that the teaching will spread through the child's life. A notable bearer is Gendün Chöphel, the influential twentieth-century Tibetan scholar and writer.
Is Choephel a Buddhist name?
In Buddhist terms Choephel is a wish that the Dharma will flourish; like many Tibetan names it is used for boys and occasionally girls.
How popular is Choephel?
Used in Tibetan communities in Tibet, India, Nepal and Bhutan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Choephel mean?
Choephel means 'Flourishing of the Dharma'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Choephel a Buddhist name?
In Buddhist terms Choephel is a wish that the Dharma will flourish; like many Tibetan names it is used for boys and occasionally girls.
How do you pronounce Choephel?
Choephel is pronounced CHUH-pel.
Is Choephel a boy or girl name?
Choephel is usually a boy name.