Samten
Samten is a Buddhist unisex name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Meditation, meditative concentration”.
| Meaning | Meditation, meditative concentration |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | བསམ་གཏན |
| Pronunciation | SAHM-ten |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | China, Bhutan, Nepal, India |
Meaning and origin of Samten
Samten is the Tibetan bsam gtan, the standard translation of the Sanskrit dhyana, the deep meditative absorption that is one of the six perfections of the Buddhist path. Tibetan names are often given by lamas and drawn from Buddhist vocabulary, and Samten is a frequent element, either alone or in compounds such as Samten Gyatso or Samten Dolma. It is used for both boys and girls, though more often for boys.
Is Samten a Buddhist name?
In Buddhist terms Samten means dhyana, the concentrated meditation through which the mind becomes calm and clear. It is a common name in Tibetan, Bhutanese and Himalayan Buddhist families.
How popular is Samten?
Common among Tibetans and in Bhutan, Sikkim and Ladakh; rare elsewhere.
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Spellings and variants of Samten
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Samten mean?
Samten means 'Meditation, meditative concentration'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Samten a Buddhist name?
In Buddhist terms Samten means dhyana, the concentrated meditation through which the mind becomes calm and clear. It is a common name in Tibetan, Bhutanese and Himalayan Buddhist families.
How do you pronounce Samten?
Samten is pronounced SAHM-ten.
Is Samten a boy or girl name?
Samten is used for both boys and girls.