Karma
Karma is a Buddhist unisex name of Sanskrit, via Tibetan origin, meaning “Action, deed”.
| Meaning | Action, deed |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Tibetan |
| Written as | ཀརྨ |
| Pronunciation | KAR-mah |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Bhutan, Nepal, India, China |
Meaning and origin of Karma
Karma is the Sanskrit word for action, and in Indian religions it refers to the law by which deeds shape future experience. In Tibet, Bhutan, Sikkim and among Sherpas, Karma is a common personal name for both men and women, often combined with others, as in Karma Tenzin. The Karmapa, head of the Karma Kagyu school, carries a title built from the word.
Is Karma a Buddhist name?
In Buddhism karma is intentional action and its results; as a Tibetan name it carries a sense of virtuous action and is associated with the Karma Kagyu tradition and the Karmapa.
How popular is Karma?
Common in Bhutan and among Tibetans; used rarely in the West as a word-name.
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Spellings and variants of Karma
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Karma mean?
Karma means 'Action, deed'. It is of Sanskrit, via Tibetan origin.
Is Karma a Buddhist name?
In Buddhism karma is intentional action and its results; as a Tibetan name it carries a sense of virtuous action and is associated with the Karma Kagyu tradition and the Karmapa.
How do you pronounce Karma?
Karma is pronounced KAR-mah.
Is Karma a boy or girl name?
Karma is used for both boys and girls.