What origin is the name Padhma?

Padhma comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Padhma?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Padhma — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Padhma?

Padhma starts with the syllable “Pa” (पा), which traditionally belongs to Uttara Phalguni nakshatra, pada 3, in Kanya rashi (Virgo). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Padhma

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Padhma

Padhma

Unisex

Indian

2 syllables

Padhma is an Indian unisex name meaning "Sanskrit for lotus. A classic symbol of purity and divine beauty, often used in religious and cultural contexts.".

With Indian roots, Padhma is a unisex name that means "Sanskrit for lotus. A classic symbol of purity and divine beauty, often used in religious and cultural contexts.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Sanskrit for lotus. A classic symbol of purity and divine beauty, often used in religious and cultural contexts.

Popularity

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Quick answers about Padhma

What does Padhma mean?

Padhma is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Sanskrit for lotus. A classic symbol of purity and divine beauty, often used in religious and cultural contexts.".

How popular is Padhma?

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Brother names that go with Padhma

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Padhma.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Pa (पा)
Rashi: Kanya (Virgo)
Nakshatra: Uttara Phalguni, pada 3
Name number: 5

By tradition, names starting with “Pa” suit babies born in Uttara Phalguni nakshatra (pada 3), which falls in Kanya rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.

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Names with a similar meaning to Padhma

Padhma means "Sanskrit for lotus. A classic symbol of purity and divine beauty, often used in religious and cultural contexts." — these names share that spirit.

Olivia — "Olivia comes from the Latin oliva, 'olive'. The olive branch is a symbol of peace. Shakespeare used it in Twelfth Night." (Latin)
Lily — "Lily comes from the flower, a symbol of purity, from the Latin lilium. It is also a short form of Elizabeth." (English)
Caleb — "Caleb is a Hebrew name, often linked to kelev 'dog', a symbol of loyalty, or to 'whole-hearted'. Caleb was a faithful spy sent by Moses." (Hebrew)
Sophia — "Sophia comes from the Greek word sophia, meaning 'wisdom'. It has been used across Europe since early Christian times." (Greek)
Mason — "Mason is an English surname for a stoneworker, from the Old French masson. It is now used as a first name." (English)
Amelia — "Amelia comes from the Germanic amal, meaning 'work' or 'industrious'. It is also used as a form of Emilia." (German)
Ella — "Ella comes from the Germanic element alia, meaning 'other' or 'all'. It is also used as a short form of Eleanor and Ellen." (English)
Grace — "Grace comes from the English word grace, from the Latin gratia, meaning 'favour' or 'kindness'. Puritans used it as a virtue name." (Latin)