Wangmo
Wangmo is a Buddhist girl name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Powerful woman”.
| Meaning | Powerful woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | དབང་མོ |
| Pronunciation | WAHNG-moh |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Bhutan, India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Wangmo
Wangmo combines Tibetan dbang 'power, empowerment' with the feminine ending mo. It is one of the most common female names in Bhutan and Tibetan communities, often used as the second part of a two-part name, such as Pema Wangmo or Dechen Wangmo. Several Bhutanese queens have borne it.
Is Wangmo a Buddhist name?
Wangmo is a Tibetan Buddhist name, usually given by a lama, with 'power' understood as spiritual empowerment and blessing.
How popular is Wangmo?
Very common for girls in Bhutan and among Tibetans.
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Spellings and variants of Wangmo
Names similar to Wangmo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wangmo mean?
Wangmo means 'Powerful woman'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Wangmo a Buddhist name?
Wangmo is a Tibetan Buddhist name, usually given by a lama, with 'power' understood as spiritual empowerment and blessing.
How do you pronounce Wangmo?
Wangmo is pronounced WAHNG-moh.
Is Wangmo a boy or girl name?
Wangmo is usually a girl name.