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Padma

Girl name · Indian

Meaninglotus · Sanskrit

Padma is an Indian girl name meaning “lotus”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • GenerationPadma peaked in 1968, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Padma you'd meet today is about 57 years old. Now it's back in style, so there's a whole new generation of baby Padmas too.
  • Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Padma would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 227,273 baby girls got the name in 2025.
  • HistoryPadma first shows up in US birth records in 1968, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 57 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1968–2025

02.55196820002025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Padma

Padma is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “lotus”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It hit its peak in the 1960s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Indian names

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Questions about the name Padma

What does the name Padma mean?

Padma means “lotus” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Ren (“often lotus”), Kamala (“lotus”), Kumud (“lotus”) and Padmini (“lotus-like”).

What is the origin of the name Padma?

Padma is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).

Is Padma a boy or girl name?

Padma is a girl name. In 2025, 7 US girls were named Padma.

How popular is the name Padma?

Padma ranked #11,932 for US girls in 2025, given to 7 babies. Its best year was 1968, when it reached #7,016.

What names are similar to Padma?

If you like Padma, you might also like Ren, Kamala, Kumud and Padmini.

What should I know before naming my baby Padma?

Padma is an Indian girl name meaning “lotus”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.