Khandro
Khandro is a Buddhist girl name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Sky-goer; dakini”.
| Meaning | Sky-goer; dakini |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | མཁའ་འགྲོ། |
| Pronunciation | KAHN-droh |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Bhutan |
Meaning and origin of Khandro
Khandro is the Tibetan translation of the Sanskrit dakini: kha means sky or space and dro means one who goes, so the word means 'sky-goer'. In Tibetan Buddhism a khandro is a female embodiment of enlightened energy, and the word is also used as an honorific for highly realised women teachers and the wives of lamas. Among living teachers, Khandro Rinpoche is a well-known example.
Is Khandro a Buddhist name?
In Vajrayana Buddhism dakinis symbolise wisdom and the freedom of the mind moving through emptiness; giving the name expresses that ideal.
How popular is Khandro?
Used among Tibetan and Himalayan Buddhist families, often as part of a longer name.
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Spellings and variants of Khandro
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khandro mean?
Khandro means 'Sky-goer; dakini'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Khandro a Buddhist name?
In Vajrayana Buddhism dakinis symbolise wisdom and the freedom of the mind moving through emptiness; giving the name expresses that ideal.
How do you pronounce Khandro?
Khandro is pronounced KAHN-droh.
Is Khandro a boy or girl name?
Khandro is usually a girl name.