Mangala
Mangala is a Buddhist girl name of Sanskrit and Pali origin, meaning “Auspicious, blessing”.
| Meaning | Auspicious, blessing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit and Pali |
| Written as | मङ्गला |
| Pronunciation | MUN-guh-laa |
| Tradition | Buddhist, Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Mangala
Mangala means 'auspicious' or 'blessing' in both Sanskrit and Pali. In Buddhism the Mangala Sutta is a well-loved discourse in which the Buddha lists the highest blessings, from respect and gratitude to a mind unshaken by the world. In Hinduism Mangala is an epithet of the goddess Parvati or Durga, the 'auspicious one'. As a girl's name it is used in India and in Buddhist countries such as Sri Lanka.
Is Mangala a Buddhist name?
In Buddhist terms the name recalls the Mangala Sutta's teaching on true blessings; in Hindu use it is a name of the Goddess.
How popular is Mangala?
Traditional; more common in older generations.
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Spellings and variants of Mangala
Names similar to Mangala
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mangala mean?
Mangala means 'Auspicious, blessing'. It is of Sanskrit and Pali origin.
Is Mangala a Buddhist name?
In Buddhist terms the name recalls the Mangala Sutta's teaching on true blessings; in Hindu use it is a name of the Goddess.
How do you pronounce Mangala?
Mangala is pronounced MUN-guh-laa.
Is Mangala a boy or girl name?
Mangala is usually a girl name.