Choezin
Choezin is a Buddhist girl name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Holder of the Dharma”.
| Meaning | Holder of the Dharma |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | ཆོས་འཛིན་ |
| Pronunciation | CHUH-dzin |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Bhutan, China |
Meaning and origin of Choezin
Choezin, also spelled Chödzin, is a Tibetan name from chö, 'Dharma, the Buddha's teaching', and dzin, 'to hold, uphold'. It describes someone who keeps and preserves the teachings. The second element is the same one found in the very common name Tenzin, 'holder of the teachings'. Tibetan names like this are usually given by a lama and can be used for girls or boys.
Is Choezin a Buddhist name?
In Buddhist terms Choezin expresses the wish that the child will uphold the Dharma; like most Tibetan names it is not strictly tied to one gender.
How popular is Choezin?
Used in Tibetan and Himalayan Buddhist communities.
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Spellings and variants of Choezin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Choezin mean?
Choezin means 'Holder of the Dharma'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Choezin a Buddhist name?
In Buddhist terms Choezin expresses the wish that the child will uphold the Dharma; like most Tibetan names it is not strictly tied to one gender.
How do you pronounce Choezin?
Choezin is pronounced CHUH-dzin.
Is Choezin a boy or girl name?
Choezin is usually a girl name.