Tibetan names are influenced by Buddhist traditions, reflecting spirituality, virtues, and the natural world. Names like Tenzin (holder of teachings) and Dolma (savior) carry meanings tied to compassion, enlightenment, and cultural identity. These names honor Tibet’s spiritual and linguistic heritage.
| Name | Meaning | Origins | Gender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenzin Choegyal | Tenzin Choegyal means "upholder of teachings" and "religious king." | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzin Delek Rinpoche | Tenzin Delek Rinpoche signifies teachings, good fortune, and reverence. | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzin Dolma | Tenzin Dolma: Tibetan name meaning "upholder of teachings" and "merciful." | Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Tenzin Gyatso | Tenzin Gyatso symbolizes wisdom, compassion, and Tibetan Buddhist teachings globally. | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzin Jigme | Tenzin Jigme means "fearless upholder of teachings" in Tibetan culture. | Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Tenzin Lahkpa | Tenzin Lahkpa: Tibetan name meaning "upholder of teachings" and wealth. | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzin Norbu | Tenzin Norbu: Tibetan name meaning "upholder of teachings" and "jewel." | Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Tenzin Palmo | Tenzin Palmo: Tibetan name meaning "glorious upholder of teachings." | Tibetan | Girl | |
| Tenzin Pema | Tenzin Pema: Tibetan name meaning "upholder of teachings" and "lotus." | Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Tenzin Tsundue | Tenzin Tsundue: Tibetan name meaning "upholder of teachings" and accomplishment. | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche | Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche signifies a revered Tibetan Buddhist spiritual teacher. | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzing | Tenzing means "upholder of teachings," symbolizing strength and adventure. | Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Tenzing Chogyal | Tenzing Chogyal: Tibetan name meaning "upholder of teachings, religious king." | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzing Dorjee | Tenzing Dorjee: Tibetan name meaning "indestructible upholder of teachings." | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzing Norbu | Tenzing Norbu: Tibetan name meaning "holder of teachings" and "jewel." | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzing Rigdol | Tenzing Rigdol: Tibetan name meaning "upholder of teachings, awakened heart." | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzing Tashi | Tenzing Tashi: Tibetan name meaning "upholder of teachings" and "auspicious." | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tenzing Tsering | Tenzing Tsering: Tibetan name meaning "upholder of teachings," "long life." | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tian | Tian means "heaven" in Chinese; originates from ancient Chinese culture. | Chinese, Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Tsang | Tsang means "to grow" in Chinese; it originates from Chinese culture. | Chinese, Tibetan | Either | |
| Tserin | Tserin: Tibetan name meaning "diamond," gaining popularity for its significance. | Tibetan | Boy | |
| Tuva | Tuva means "the land" in Turkic; originates from Siberian region. | Tibetan, Turkic | Girl | |
| Yangchen | Yangchen means "goddess of the sun," reflecting Tibetan cultural significance. | Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Yaxuan | Yaxuan means "elegant" in Chinese; originates from Chinese culture. | Chinese, Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Yijin | Yijin means "second" in Chinese; originates from Chinese culture and language. | Chinese, Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Yuhui | Yuhui means "jade wisdom" in Chinese; originates from Chinese culture. | Chinese, Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Yulan | Yulan means "magnolia" in Chinese; symbolizes beauty and purity. | Chinese, Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Yungchen | Yungchen means "young spring" in Tibetan; symbolizes renewal and vitality. | Amharic, Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Yura | Yura means "to be" in Hebrew; also a Japanese name. | American, Arabic, Armenian, Asian, Australian, Biblical, Cherokee, Chinese, Dakota, Hebrew, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Sanskrit, Tibetan | Unisex | |
| Zilan | Zilan means "green" in Persian; it symbolizes nature and growth. | Chinese, Persian, Tibetan | Unisex |