Indian name meaning
Kamala
♀ GirlKa·ma·la · 3 syllables
A lotus; Goddess Lakshmi
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Creative, sociable and optimistic — gifted with words, art and lifting the mood.
The letters of Kamala add up to 12, which reduces to 3.
About the name Kamala
Kamala is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “A lotus; Goddess Lakshmi.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Kamala has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kamala mean?
Kamala means “A lotus; Goddess Lakshmi.” It is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kamala a boy or a girl name?
Kamala is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Kamala?
Kamala is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Kamala?
In the Chaldean system, Kamala has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
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