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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Lotus (Sanskrit), an epithet of the goddess Lakshmi
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- KAH-muh-lah
Kamala is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin, pronounced KAH-muh-lah, that means "lotus" and is also an epithet of the goddess Lakshmi. It suits a family drawn to the worldly, the outdoorsy, and the nature-inspired.
Meaning & Origin of Kamala
Meaning: Lotus (Sanskrit), an epithet of the goddess Lakshmi.
Origin: Sanskrit.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Kamala
KAH-muh-lahIPA /ˈkɑːmələ/
Popularity of Kamala
Kamala peaked in the U.S. at #1063 in 1964, when 105 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #8146, with 13 babies, so a child named Kamala is unlikely to meet many others.
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FAQ
What does the name Kamala mean?
Lotus (Sanskrit), an epithet of the goddess Lakshmi. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Kamala?
Kamala is pronounced KAH-muh-lah (IPA: /ˈkɑːmələ/).
Is Kamala a popular name right now?
Kamala peaked at #1063 in 1964 and is ranked #8146 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1955–2024.)
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