Phuntsok
Phuntsok is a Buddhist unisex name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Excellent, abundant”.
| Meaning | Excellent, abundant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | ཕུན་ཚོགས། |
| Pronunciation | POON-tsok |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Bhutan, Nepal, China |
Meaning and origin of Phuntsok
Phuntsok comes from Tibetan phun sum tshogs, 'perfect' or 'abundant in every good quality', a word for excellence and prosperity. It is a very common element in Tibetan, Bhutanese and Sherpa names, used for both boys and girls, often paired with names such as Tashi or Wangyal. The town of Phuentsholing in Bhutan shares the root. Variant spellings such as Phuntsog and Puntsok reflect different romanisations.
Is Phuntsok a Buddhist name?
Phuntsok is a Tibetan Buddhist name, wishing a child perfection and abundance; it often appears in names given by lamas.
How popular is Phuntsok?
Common among Tibetans and in Bhutan.
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Spellings and variants of Phuntsok
Names similar to Phuntsok
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Phuntsok mean?
Phuntsok means 'Excellent, abundant'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Phuntsok a Buddhist name?
Phuntsok is a Tibetan Buddhist name, wishing a child perfection and abundance; it often appears in names given by lamas.
How do you pronounce Phuntsok?
Phuntsok is pronounced POON-tsok.
Is Phuntsok a boy or girl name?
Phuntsok is used for both boys and girls.