Padma

Sanskrit
"lotus"

Padma Origin and Meaning

The name Padma is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin meaning "lotus".

A name rich in Hindu tradition as the alternate name for the Goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of beauty and charm; currently borne, appropriately, by model-actress-writer Padma Lakshmi.

Padma Popularity

Famous People Named Padma

  • Padma Parvati Lakshmi
    Indian,American author, actress and TV host
  • Padma Sachdev
    Indian poet and novelist
  • Padma Khanna
    Indian actress and director
  • Padma Gole
    Indian poet

Padma in Pop Culture

  • Padma Patil
    character in the Harry Potter series; twin sister Parvati

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