Migmar
Migmar is a Buddhist boy name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Mars; Tuesday”.
| Meaning | Mars; Tuesday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | མིག་དམར |
| Pronunciation | MIG-mar |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | China, India, Nepal, Bhutan |
Meaning and origin of Migmar
Migmar means 'red eye' in Tibetan and is the Tibetan name for the planet Mars, and so also for Tuesday. Tibetans and Himalayan peoples often name children after the day of the week on which they were born, so Migmar is given to children born on Tuesday. The Sherpa equivalent is Mingma. It is used for boys and girls, though more often for boys.
Is Migmar a Buddhist name?
Many Tibetan Buddhist names are given by lamas or chosen by birth day. Day names like Migmar are traditional rather than doctrinal, but are part of a Buddhist naming culture.
How popular is Migmar?
Common among Tibetans in Tibet and the exile community in India and Nepal.
Gifts with the name Migmar
- Migmar name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Migmar baby gifts (Amazon)
- Buddhist baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Migmar
Names similar to Migmar
More Buddhist boy names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Migmar mean?
Migmar means 'Mars; Tuesday'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Migmar a Buddhist name?
Many Tibetan Buddhist names are given by lamas or chosen by birth day. Day names like Migmar are traditional rather than doctrinal, but are part of a Buddhist naming culture.
How do you pronounce Migmar?
Migmar is pronounced MIG-mar.
Is Migmar a boy or girl name?
Migmar is usually a boy name.