Padme
Padme is a Buddhist girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “In the lotus; lotus”.
| Meaning | In the lotus; lotus |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | पद्मे |
| Pronunciation | PUD-may |
| Tradition | Buddhist, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Padme
Padme is a form of the Sanskrit padma, 'lotus'; strictly it is the locative case, 'in the lotus', as in the Tibetan Buddhist mantra Om mani padme hum, usually understood as 'the jewel in the lotus'. As a girl's name it was popularised by Padmé Amidala in the Star Wars films. In India the usual names are Padma or Padmini, and in Tibet Pema.
Is Padme a Buddhist name?
The word is central to Tibetan Buddhism through the mantra of the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, and the lotus is a Buddhist symbol of purity. As a given name, though, Padme owes most of its use to Star Wars rather than to religious tradition.
How popular is Padme?
An uncommon name, used mainly in English-speaking countries since the Star Wars prequels.
Gifts with the name Padme
- Padme name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Padme baby gifts (Amazon)
- Buddhist baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Padme
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Padme mean?
Padme means 'In the lotus; lotus'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Padme a Buddhist name?
The word is central to Tibetan Buddhism through the mantra of the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, and the lotus is a Buddhist symbol of purity. As a given name, though, Padme owes most of its use to Star Wars rather than to religious tradition.
How do you pronounce Padme?
Padme is pronounced PUD-may.
Is Padme a boy or girl name?
Padme is usually a girl name.