Tenzin
Meaning of Tenzin
The name Tenzin is a unisex name of Tibetan origin, pronounced as ten-ZIN (/ˈtɛn.zɪn/). It carries a strong cultural and spiritual significance, often associated with the Dalai Lama, whose full name is Tenzin Gyatso. The name means "holder of teachings" in Tibetan, reflecting a deep connection to wisdom and spirituality. A popular variation of the name is Tenzing. In the United States, Tenzin has seen fluctuating popularity over the years. Notably, it reached its highest rank in 2017 at 1842nd place with 80 occurrences. Despite its relatively modest ranking, Tenzin remains a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with rich cultural heritage and profound significance.
Pronunciation
Tibetan
- Pronunced as ten-ZIN (/ˈtɛn.zɪn/)
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Notable People Named Tenzin
| Tenzin Priyadarshi is the president and CEO of the Dalai Lama Center for Ethics and Transformative Values at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. |
| Tenzin Tsundue is a poet, writer, and Tibetan refugee and activist who has been arrested multiple times for his activism in India. |
| Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo is a renowned bhikṣuṇī in Tibetan Buddhism, known for her extensive meditation retreat in the Himalayas and for founding the Dongyu Gatsal Ling Nunnery in India. |
| Tenzin Delek Rinpoche was a Tibetan Buddhist leader known for his work in developing social, medical, educational, and religious institutions for Tibetan nomads, advocating for environmental conservation, and mediating between Tibetans and Chinese. |
| Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche is a prominent teacher of the Bon Tibetan religious tradition and the founder of the Ligmincha Institute and Chamma Ling centers. |
| Tenzin is a Bhutanese politician and member of the National Assembly of Bhutan since October 2018. |
