Lobsang
Lobsang is a Buddhist boy name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Noble-minded, good intellect”.
| Meaning | Noble-minded, good intellect |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | བློ་བཟང |
| Pronunciation | LOB-sahng |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | China, India, Nepal, Bhutan |
Meaning and origin of Lobsang
Lobsang is the Tibetan blo bzang, from lo, 'mind' or 'intellect', and sang, 'good, excellent'. It is one of the commonest Tibetan names and is often given by a lama or on entering monastic life. It appears in the names of several Dalai and Panchen Lamas; the fifth Dalai Lama was Ngawang Lobsang Gyatso. It is used for both boys and girls, though more often for boys.
Is Lobsang a Buddhist name?
Lobsang is closely tied to Tibetan Buddhism, especially the Gelug school founded by Je Tsongkhapa, whose ordination name Lobsang Drakpa made the name widespread.
How popular is Lobsang?
Very common among Tibetan Buddhists, both monastic and lay.
Gifts with the name Lobsang
- Lobsang name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Lobsang baby gifts (Amazon)
- Buddhist baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Lobsang
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lobsang mean?
Lobsang means 'Noble-minded, good intellect'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Lobsang a Buddhist name?
Lobsang is closely tied to Tibetan Buddhism, especially the Gelug school founded by Je Tsongkhapa, whose ordination name Lobsang Drakpa made the name widespread.
How do you pronounce Lobsang?
Lobsang is pronounced LOB-sahng.
Is Lobsang a boy or girl name?
Lobsang is usually a boy name.