Padme
Fact sheet
- Name
- Padme
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Padme (also known as Padmé) likely originates from Sanskrit and is derived from the word padma (पद्म), which means 'the lotus flower'. It represents a variant of the Indian name Padma.
What does the name Padme mean?
The name Padme (also Padmé) has its roots in Sanskrit, where it is derived from padma (पद्म) and carries the meaning 'the lotus flower'. The name became especially well-known through the character Padmé Amidala from the Star Wars universe.
Where does the name Padme come from?
The name Padme has its origins in Sanskrit and means 'the lotus flower'. The linguistic roots are padma (पद्म) for lotus flower. It is used in both English and Indian contexts.
How do you pronounce Padme?
Padme is pronounced like 'Pad-me'.
Popularity
In Germany, Padme is among the less common first names. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 2011, when it reached 2,438th. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 11,442nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,669th.
Nicknames & pet names
Pad / Padmi
Famous people
- Padmé Skywalker (character name (STAR WARS)
Frequently asked questions about the name Padme
What is the meaning of the name Padme?
The name Padme means 'the lotus flower' and has its roots in Sanskrit, derived from the word 'padma'.
Where does the name Padme come from?
Padme has its origins in Sanskrit and is used in both English and Indian contexts.
How popular is the name Padme?
The name Padme has become well-known primarily due to the character Padmé Amidala from the Star Wars universe, which has contributed to a certain popularity in recent years.