Lobzang

Lobzang is a Tibetan given name common among Tibetan people and in the Tibetan diaspora. It is often transliterated as Lobsang, Lobzang, or Lobsang. The name is typically masculine and is associated with Buddhist culture; in historical and contemporary contexts it appears as either a standalone given name or part of longer titles. Tibetan names often carry religious or aspirational meanings, and Lobzang is one of the widely used elements in such compounds.

In the Tibetan tradition, Lobzang functions as a personal name rather than a family surname. It has been borne by many notable figures, including spiritual and political leaders. The best-known bearer is Lobsang Gyatso, the 5th Dalai Lama (1619–1682), who united Tibet under Gelugpa rule and left a lasting legacy in Tibetan arts and governance.

Another prominent modern bearer is Lobsang Sangay (born 1968), who served as the first democratically elected head of the Tibetan Government-in-Exile from 2011 to 2021.