Sangye
Sangye is a Tibetan name and term often translated as “Buddha” or “awakened one.” It derives from the Tibetan syllables sangs rgyas, a reference to the Buddha within Buddhist tradition. In everyday usage, Sangye appears as a personal name for Tibetan-speaking people and is frequently found in compound forms that reflect a tradition of sacred-name naming. The name is commonly used across Tibetan regions and communities, including Tibet, Bhutan, Ladakh, and Tibetan diaspora communities.
Geographic and cultural use: Sangye is a widely used element in Tibetan naming practices. It appears in
Notable bearers: One well-known historical bearer is Sangye Gyatso, a 17th-century Tibetan regent who governed during
In modern usage: Sangye remains a common component of Tibetan personal names and is used among Buddhist