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Yangchen

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Pronounced YAHNG-chen /ˈjɑːŋ.tʃɛn/Medium

Meaning: From Tibetan Yangchen, a name of the goddess Yang Chenma (Saraswati), goddess of music, knowledge, and melody. 'Yang' relates to melody/tune. A sacred, cultured name.Low

In 30 seconds: A cultured Tibetan name: Yangchen names the goddess of melody and knowledge, Saraswati (said 'YAHNG-chen').
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Origin MediumTibetan
MeaningFrom Tibetan Yangchen, a name of the goddess Yang Chenma (Saraswati), goddess of music, knowledge, and melody. 'Yang' relates to melody/tune. A sacred, cultured name.
U.S. rank (2024)#12068 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 14

History & Origin

The girl's name Yangchen comes from Tibetan, a name of the goddess of melody and knowledge (Saraswati). It carries a musical, reverent feel. In the U.S. it is rare and heritage-rich (said 'YAHNG-chen').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, cultured, and heritage-rich.

Did you know? Yangchen is a Tibetan name of Yang Chenma — the goddess of music, knowledge, and melody, known in Sanskrit as Saraswati — a graceful, sacred pick (said 'YAHNG-chen').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Yangchen — Tibetan; name of the goddess Saraswati

Variations

YangchanYangzinYangkyi

Nicknames

YangChenny

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Yangchen mean?

Yangchen is a Tibetan name of the goddess of music and knowledge (Saraswati).

How do you pronounce Yangchen?

It's said YAHNG-chen /ˈjɑːŋ.tʃɛn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Yangchen a boy or girl name?

Yangchen is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Yangchen?

Yangchen is a very rare name for girls in the U.S.

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