Padma
Padma is a girls' name of Hindi origin meaning “lotus flower.” Padma is the sacred lotus, Hinduism's most revered flower, which grows from muddy waters to bloom in pristine beauty —…
how do you pronounce Padma?
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what does Padma mean?
The name Padma means “lotus flower.” It comes from the Hindi language tradition.
Padma is the sacred lotus, Hinduism's most revered flower, which grows from muddy waters to bloom in pristine beauty — a metaphor for spiritual awakening. The lotus is the seat of deities Lakshmi, Saraswati, and Brahma, and the Padma Shri is one of India's highest civilian honors.
who are famous people named Padma?
- Padma Lakshmi (Indian-American author and television host)
- Padma Vibhushan (India's second-highest civilian award)
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