Lotus flower
Pema is the Tibetan form of the Sanskrit name Padma. In Buddhist tradition, the lotus flower represents purity, spiritual awakening, and the ability to rise above worldly obstacles. It is a deeply significant name in Himalayan cultures and is often used by both men and women, though it leans feminine in Western contexts.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Pema in 2025.
American Tibetan Buddhist nun and prolific author
The Queen Consort of Bhutan
Olympic archer from Bhutan
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
