Dawa
Dawa is a Buddhist unisex name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Moon; born on a Monday”.
| Meaning | Moon; born on a Monday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | ཟླ་བ |
| Pronunciation | DAH-wah |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Nepal, India, Bhutan, China |
Meaning and origin of Dawa
Dawa is the Tibetan word for the moon, written zla ba. Tibetans and Sherpas often name children after the day of the week they are born, and since Monday is the moon's day, Dawa is a common name for children born on Monday. It is often combined with other elements, as in Dawa Tsering or Dawa Sherpa. The name is used for boys and girls alike.
Is Dawa a Buddhist name?
Dawa is used by Tibetan Buddhist and Sherpa families; the moon is an important symbol in Buddhism, and the full-moon month of Saga Dawa marks the Buddha's birth, enlightenment and passing.
How popular is Dawa?
Very common among Tibetans, Sherpas and Bhutanese.
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Spellings and variants of Dawa
Names similar to Dawa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dawa mean?
Dawa means 'Moon; born on a Monday'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Dawa a Buddhist name?
Dawa is used by Tibetan Buddhist and Sherpa families; the moon is an important symbol in Buddhism, and the full-moon month of Saga Dawa marks the Buddha's birth, enlightenment and passing.
How do you pronounce Dawa?
Dawa is pronounced DAH-wah.
Is Dawa a boy or girl name?
Dawa is used for both boys and girls.