Mudita
Mudita is a Buddhist girl name of Pali and Sanskrit origin, meaning “Sympathetic joy; gladness at others' happiness”.
| Meaning | Sympathetic joy; gladness at others' happiness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Pali and Sanskrit |
| Written as | मुदिता |
| Pronunciation | MOO-dee-tah |
| Tradition | Buddhist, Hindu |
| Used in | Sri Lanka, Thailand, India |
Meaning and origin of Mudita
Mudita comes from the root mud, 'to rejoice', the same root behind words for delight and gladness. In Buddhist teaching it names a precise quality: joy at another person's good fortune, free of envy. It is the third of the four brahmaviharas, the 'divine abodes' alongside loving-kindness, compassion and equanimity. As a personal name it is uncommon but used by Buddhist families and by parents who value its meaning.
Is Mudita a Buddhist name?
Mudita is a core Buddhist term, one of the four immeasurables cultivated in meditation. The word is also found in Sanskrit and in Hindu yoga texts, where it carries a similar sense of gladness.
How popular is Mudita?
A rare given name, found mostly in Buddhist countries and among Western Buddhists.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mudita mean?
Mudita means 'Sympathetic joy; gladness at others' happiness'. It is of Pali and Sanskrit origin.
Is Mudita a Buddhist name?
Mudita is a core Buddhist term, one of the four immeasurables cultivated in meditation. The word is also found in Sanskrit and in Hindu yoga texts, where it carries a similar sense of gladness.
How do you pronounce Mudita?
Mudita is pronounced MOO-dee-tah.
Is Mudita a boy or girl name?
Mudita is usually a girl name.