Buddha — Siddhartha Gautama, who attained enlightenment and taught the Middle Way.
Historical & Spiritual Personalities
Buddha बुद्ध mythological name meaning
Founder of Buddhism
Boy
Sanskrit · Indian
c. 5th century BCE
The awakened, enlightened one
Pronunciation Buddha
Why was this name given?
Siddhartha Gautama, who attained enlightenment and taught the Middle Way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Buddha mean?
The awakened, enlightened one.
Which scripture is Buddha associated with?
Associated with Buddhist tradition.