Wimala
Sanskrit · Not verified · 3 syllables
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About the name Wimala
Wimala means "pure" or "stainless" and derives from Sanskrit, where "vimala" (विमल) is composed of the prefix "vi-" (without) and "mala" (dirt/impurity).
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Etymology
Wimala means "pure" or "stainless" and derives from Sanskrit, where "vimala" (विमल) is composed of the prefix "vi-" (without) and "mala" (dirt/impurity). The name is primarily used in Buddhist and Hindu cultures, particularly in South and Southeast Asia, with historical significance in Buddhist texts and Theravada traditions where it appears as a term for purity in spiritual practice.
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