Damcho
Damcho is a Buddhist unisex name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Sacred Dharma”.
| Meaning | Sacred Dharma |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | དམ་ཆོས |
| Pronunciation | DAHM-choh |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Bhutan, China |
Meaning and origin of Damcho
Damcho comes from the Tibetan dam chö, meaning 'holy Dharma' or 'sublime teaching', the Buddha's teaching itself. It is a common element in Tibetan and Himalayan names, often given by lamas, and can stand alone or combine with other elements as in Damcho Dolma. Like many Tibetan names it is used for both boys and girls, especially among monastics.
Is Damcho a Buddhist name?
Damcho is a Buddhist name: it names the Dharma, one of the Three Jewels of Buddhism alongside the Buddha and the Sangha.
How popular is Damcho?
Used among Tibetan and Himalayan Buddhist communities.
Gifts with the name Damcho
- Damcho name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Buddhist baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Damcho
Names similar to Damcho
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Damcho mean?
Damcho means 'Sacred Dharma'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Damcho a Buddhist name?
Damcho is a Buddhist name: it names the Dharma, one of the Three Jewels of Buddhism alongside the Buddha and the Sangha.
How do you pronounce Damcho?
Damcho is pronounced DAHM-choh.
Is Damcho a boy or girl name?
Damcho is used for both boys and girls.