Dharma
Fact sheet
- Name
- Dharma
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Dharma has its roots in Buddhism and Hinduism. Translated, this name means 'the truth', 'the duty', as well as 'right and law'.
What does the name Dharma mean?
The name Dharma originates from Buddhism and Hinduism and carries the meanings 'the truth', 'the duty', and 'right and law'. Its origin is rooted in Sanskrit, derived from the term dharma (धर्म), which stands for 'the established', 'law', 'duty', and 'virtue'. In a Buddhist context, it is also interpreted as 'soul of nowhere' and 'soul of infinity'.
Where does the name Dharma come from?
Dharma is a female first name that comes from Sanskrit and means 'the truth'. The Sanskrit term dharma (धर्म) consists of: the established, the law, the duty, and the virtue. The name is used in various languages such as Hindi, Hindu, Indian, Nepali, and Telugu.
How do you pronounce Dharma?
Dahr-ma
Popularity
In Germany, the name Dharma is rather rare. In 2018, it ranked 4,078th on the list of the most common girls' names. The highest ranking was achieved in 2008 with position 933. In the last ten years, Dharma has been chosen as a first name approximately 20 times, which places it at 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 7,054th.
Nicknames & pet names
Darmi
Famous people
- Dharma Montgomery (character from 'Dharma & Greg')
Frequently asked questions about the name Dharma
Where does the name Dharma come from?
The name Dharma has its roots in Sanskrit and is prevalent in both Buddhism and Hinduism.
What does the name Dharma mean?
Dharma means 'the truth', 'the duty', and 'right and law', and is often associated with virtue.
How popular is the name Dharma?
The name Dharma is known in various cultures, especially in India and Nepal, but is not overly common in Western countries.