Wangdu
Wangdu is a Buddhist boy name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Gatherer of power”.
| Meaning | Gatherer of power |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | དབང་འདུས |
| Pronunciation | WAHNG-doo |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Bhutan, India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Wangdu
Wangdu comes from Tibetan wang, 'power' or 'empowerment', and du, 'to gather' or 'bring together', so it means 'one who gathers power' or 'one who subdues all'. It is a common Tibetan and Bhutanese name, appearing in place names such as Wangdue Phodrang in Bhutan. Many people outside Asia know it from the fictional Phunsukh Wangdu in the Indian film 3 Idiots.
Is Wangdu a Buddhist name?
Wangdu is a Buddhist name; in Tibetan religious terms it refers to the power to overcome obstacles and bring all things under control for good.
How popular is Wangdu?
Common in Bhutan and among Tibetan and Ladakhi communities.
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Spellings and variants of Wangdu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wangdu mean?
Wangdu means 'Gatherer of power'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Wangdu a Buddhist name?
Wangdu is a Buddhist name; in Tibetan religious terms it refers to the power to overcome obstacles and bring all things under control for good.
How do you pronounce Wangdu?
Wangdu is pronounced WAHNG-doo.
Is Wangdu a boy or girl name?
Wangdu is usually a boy name.