བདེ་སྐྱིད

Dekyi

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Dekyi is a Buddhist girl name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Happiness, peace”.

MeaningHappiness, peace
GenderGirl
OriginTibetan
Written asབདེ་སྐྱིད
PronunciationDEH-kee
TraditionBuddhist
Used inBhutan, Nepal, India, China

Meaning and origin of Dekyi

Dekyi is the Tibetan bde skyid, a pair of words that both mean happiness or wellbeing, so the name is usually translated 'peace and happiness'. It is a popular girl's name among Tibetans and Bhutanese, also spelled Dekyid, Dekey or Deki, and it often appears in combinations such as Dekyi Dolma or Dekyi Wangmo. Tibetan parents traditionally ask a lama to choose a name, and auspicious words like this are common choices.

Is Dekyi a Buddhist name?

Dekyi is a Buddhist name expressing the wish for happiness and wellbeing, a common blessing in Tibetan culture.

How popular is Dekyi?

Common among Tibetan and Bhutanese families.

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Spellings and variants of Dekyi

DekyidDekeyDeki

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Dekyi mean?

Dekyi means 'Happiness, peace'. It is of Tibetan origin.

Is Dekyi a Buddhist name?

Dekyi is a Buddhist name expressing the wish for happiness and wellbeing, a common blessing in Tibetan culture.

How do you pronounce Dekyi?

Dekyi is pronounced DEH-kee.

Is Dekyi a boy or girl name?

Dekyi is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.