Unisex Name
Tenzin
"Holder of the teaching"
About the Name Tenzin
Tenzin is a profound Tibetan Buddhist name meaning holder of the teaching or upholder of dharma. It is the first name of the current Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, making it one of the most spiritually significant names in Tibetan culture. The name carries deep Buddhist wisdom, compassion, and the aspiration to preserve sacred knowledge for future generations.
Name Details
Origin
Sanskrit
Syllables
2
Popularity Score
48/100
Meaning Category
wise
Famous People Named Tenzin
- ● Tenzin Gyatso (14th Dalai Lama)