What Does the Name Gotama Mean
The name Gotama comes from Hinduism roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Gotama below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Gotama Name Meaning
HinduismMeans "the best ox" from Sanskrit गो (go) meaning "ox, cow" and तम (tama) meaning "best". In Hindu texts this is the name of one of the Saptarshis, or seven sages. This name was also born by an early Indian...
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