Yonten
Yonten is a Buddhist boy name of Tibetan origin, meaning “Good qualities, virtue”.
| Meaning | Good qualities, virtue |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tibetan |
| Written as | ཡོན་ཏན་ |
| Pronunciation | YUHN-ten |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Bhutan, India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Yonten
Yonten is the Tibetan word yon tan, meaning good qualities, virtues or accomplishments, including learning and skill. It translates the Sanskrit guna. The name is common among Tibetan and Bhutanese men and is often combined with other names, such as Yonten Gyatso, 'ocean of qualities', the name of the Fourth Dalai Lama. It is occasionally given to girls too.
Is Yonten a Buddhist name?
In Tibetan Buddhism, yonten refers to the positive qualities developed on the path to awakening. A lama may give the name in hope that the child will embody these virtues.
How popular is Yonten?
Common in Bhutan and Tibetan communities.
Gifts with the name Yonten
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- Buddhist baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Yonten
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yonten mean?
Yonten means 'Good qualities, virtue'. It is of Tibetan origin.
Is Yonten a Buddhist name?
In Tibetan Buddhism, yonten refers to the positive qualities developed on the path to awakening. A lama may give the name in hope that the child will embody these virtues.
How do you pronounce Yonten?
Yonten is pronounced YUHN-ten.
Is Yonten a boy or girl name?
Yonten is usually a boy name.