Metta
Metta is a Buddhist girl name of Pali origin, meaning “Loving-kindness”.
| Meaning | Loving-kindness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Pali |
| Written as | मेत्ता |
| Pronunciation | MET-tah |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Denmark |
Meaning and origin of Metta
Metta is a Pali word, related to Sanskrit maitri, meaning loving-kindness or friendly goodwill towards all beings. It is the first of the four 'divine abodes', the brahmaviharas, in Buddhist teaching, and is cultivated through metta meditation. The Karaniya Metta Sutta is one of the best-known Buddhist chants. In Scandinavia, Metta is also an unrelated short form of Margaret.
Is Metta a Buddhist name?
In Buddhism metta is a core virtue, the wish for all beings to be happy and free from harm. Parents choose it as a name of compassion and goodwill.
How popular is Metta?
Uncommon; used occasionally among Buddhist families and Western families drawn to its meaning.
Gifts with the name Metta
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Spellings and variants of Metta
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Metta mean?
Metta means 'Loving-kindness'. It is of Pali origin.
Is Metta a Buddhist name?
In Buddhism metta is a core virtue, the wish for all beings to be happy and free from harm. Parents choose it as a name of compassion and goodwill.
How do you pronounce Metta?
Metta is pronounced MET-tah.
Is Metta a boy or girl name?
Metta is usually a girl name.