Bua
bua
Origin:Vietnamese
Meaning:Lotus; Amulet, charm; Father's sister; Ox; Victory, merit, destiny
A name that can be appreciated anywhere you go, Bua holds a world of meanings to explore from roots around the globe. As a Thai name for girls, Bua means “lotus,” which can have a spiritual sentiment as the lotus is a sacred flower in the Buddhist and Hindu faiths. Bua is also a Vietnamese name that means “charm” or “amulet” and could be symbolic of how your kiddo is cherished like an heirloom. In Hindi, Bua refers to your “father’s sister,” giving sweet auntie vibes, while its Italian use as a last name adds themes of strength and resilience with the meaning “ox.” In Irish, bua means “victory,” “merit,” and “destiny” in relation to sports, raising Bua’s already plucky spirit to new heights of confidence.
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Behind the Name, Bua, January 2022
Thai-Language, บัว buaaM
Vietnamese-English Dictionary, bua
Wisdom Library, Bua, Buā: 2 definitions, May 2023
Ancestry, Bua Family History
WordSense Dictionary, bua (Irish)
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