Hakuin
Hakuin is a Buddhist boy name of Japanese origin, meaning “Hidden in white”.
| Meaning | Hidden in white |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Japanese |
| Written as | 白隠 |
| Pronunciation | HAH-koo-een |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Japan |
Meaning and origin of Hakuin
Hakuin is best known as the name of Hakuin Ekaku (1686 to 1769), the Zen master who revived the Rinzai school in Japan. The characters 白隠 mean 'white' and 'hidden', often read as 'concealed in white', referring to a snowy mountain. He is famous for the koan 'What is the sound of one hand?' and for his ink paintings. It is a dharma name rather than an ordinary Japanese given name.
Is Hakuin a Buddhist name?
Hakuin is a Buddhist name honouring the Rinzai Zen reformer Hakuin Ekaku, whose methods of koan practice are still used in Zen monasteries.
How popular is Hakuin?
Very rare as a given name; known mainly through the Zen master.
Gifts with the name Hakuin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hakuin mean?
Hakuin means 'Hidden in white'. It is of Japanese origin.
Is Hakuin a Buddhist name?
Hakuin is a Buddhist name honouring the Rinzai Zen reformer Hakuin Ekaku, whose methods of koan practice are still used in Zen monasteries.
How do you pronounce Hakuin?
Hakuin is pronounced HAH-koo-een.
Is Hakuin a boy or girl name?
Hakuin is usually a boy name.