Siddhartha
Siddhartha is a Buddhist boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “One who has accomplished his aim”.
| Meaning | One who has accomplished his aim |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सिद्धार्थ |
| Pronunciation | sid-DHAHR-tha |
| Tradition | Buddhist, Hindu |
| Used in | Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Siddhartha
Siddhartha is the full Sanskrit form, joining siddha, 'achieved', and artha, 'goal'. According to Buddhist tradition, Prince Siddhartha Gautama was born at Lumbini in present-day Nepal, left his palace to seek the end of suffering, and became the Buddha after his awakening at Bodh Gaya. Hermann Hesse's 1922 novel Siddhartha, about a seeker in the Buddha's time, made the name widely known in the West.
Is Siddhartha a Buddhist name?
Siddhartha is the birth name of the Buddha, so it is one of the most meaningful names in Buddhism. Many Hindu families also use it, and in Jainism it is the name of Mahavira's father.
How popular is Siddhartha?
Used in Nepal, India and Buddhist communities; less common than the shorter Siddharth in India.
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Spellings and variants of Siddhartha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Siddhartha mean?
Siddhartha means 'One who has accomplished his aim'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Siddhartha a Buddhist name?
Siddhartha is the birth name of the Buddha, so it is one of the most meaningful names in Buddhism. Many Hindu families also use it, and in Jainism it is the name of Mahavira's father.
How do you pronounce Siddhartha?
Siddhartha is pronounced sid-DHAHR-tha.
Is Siddhartha a boy or girl name?
Siddhartha is usually a boy name.