Yangchen
Yangchen is a Buddhist girl name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Melodious one; Saraswati”.
| Meaning | Melodious one; Saraswati |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | དབྱངས་ཅན་ |
| Pronunciation | YAHNG-chen |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Bhutan |
Meaning and origin of Yangchen
Yangchen is the Tibetan name of Saraswati, the goddess of music, learning and speech, and literally means 'the one with melody'. Tibetans adopted her into the Buddhist pantheon as a patron of scholars and artists. The name is common among Tibetan girls, often combined with another element such as Yangchen Dolma or Yangchen Lhamo. The Tibetan singer Yungchen Lhamo spells it slightly differently.
Is Yangchen a Buddhist name?
In Tibetan Buddhism, Yangchenma is revered as the goddess of wisdom, eloquence and music. Naming a girl Yangchen invokes her blessings for learning and artistic gifts.
How popular is Yangchen?
A common girls' name in Tibetan communities in Tibet, India, Nepal and Bhutan.
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Spellings and variants of Yangchen
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yangchen mean?
Yangchen means 'Melodious one; Saraswati'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Yangchen a Buddhist name?
In Tibetan Buddhism, Yangchenma is revered as the goddess of wisdom, eloquence and music. Naming a girl Yangchen invokes her blessings for learning and artistic gifts.
How do you pronounce Yangchen?
Yangchen is pronounced YAHNG-chen.
Is Yangchen a boy or girl name?
Yangchen is usually a girl name.