Name Meaning & Origin
"An indigenous Tibetan religion, in many ways akin to Tibetan Buddhism."
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
Bon or Bön, also known as Yungdrung Bon, is the indigenous Tibetan religion which shares many similarities and influences with Tibetan Buddhism. but retains elements from earlier Tibetan religious traditions. Bon is a significant minority religion in Tibet, especially in the east, as well as in the surrounding Himalayan regions.
Bon or Bön, also known as Yungdrung Bon, is the indigenous Tibetan religion which shares many similarities and influences with Tibetan Buddhism. but retains elements from earlier Tibetan religious traditions. Bon is a significant minority religion in Tibet, especially in the east, as well as in the surrounding Himalayan regions.
Life Path 4 — Stability & Hard Work: Reliable, disciplined, and exceptionally organized.
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Root element "Bon" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "An indigenous Tibetan religion, in many ways akin to Tibetan Buddhism.".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
~269 people named Bon in the US. Peaked in 1988 with 17 recorded uses.
The Life Path number for Bon is 4, associated with Stability & Hard Work. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 7.
Bon is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.
Approximately 269 people in the United States are named Bon. The name peaked in 1988 with 17 recorded uses.
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