Yashomitra
Yashomitra is a Buddhist boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Friend of glory”.
| Meaning | Friend of glory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | यशोमित्र |
| Pronunciation | yuh-shoh-MIT-ruh |
| Tradition | Buddhist, Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Yashomitra
Yashomitra joins yashas, 'glory', and mitra, 'friend', so it means 'friend of fame' or 'one whose friend is glory'. The best-known bearer is Yashomitra, an Indian Buddhist scholar who wrote a famous commentary on Vasubandhu's Abhidharmakosha, a key work of Buddhist philosophy. As a modern baby name it is very rare. Its parts are common in Sanskrit names such as Yashpal and Vishvamitra.
Is Yashomitra a Buddhist name?
The name has a scholarly Buddhist association through the commentator Yashomitra, though its meaning is simply Sanskrit and fits Hindu families as well.
How popular is Yashomitra?
Very rare as a given name today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yashomitra mean?
Yashomitra means 'Friend of glory'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Yashomitra a Buddhist name?
The name has a scholarly Buddhist association through the commentator Yashomitra, though its meaning is simply Sanskrit and fits Hindu families as well.
How do you pronounce Yashomitra?
Yashomitra is pronounced yuh-shoh-MIT-ruh.
Is Yashomitra a boy or girl name?
Yashomitra is usually a boy name.