Sanskrit

Kamala

Pronounced KAH-muh-lahShare

Meaning: Lotus

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

Kamala means lotus in Sanskrit and is associated with Lakshmi. The flower itself remains central to the meaning.

Nicknames

  • Kami
  • Kam
  • Mala

Spellings & variants

  • Kamla
  • Kamalaa

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Kamala comes from Sanskrit.

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