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Samsara Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Samsara

"Saṃsāra is a Sanskrit word that means "wandering" as well as "world," wherein the term connotes "cyclic change" or, less formally, "running around in circles"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2004 👥 52 in US
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Meaning
Saṃsāra is a Sanskrit word that means "wandering" as well as "world," wherein the term connotes "cyclic change" or, less formally, "running around in circles
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
52
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Samsara Mean?

Saṃsāra is a Sanskrit word that means "wandering" as well as "world," wherein the term connotes "cyclic change" or, less formally, "running around in circles." In the context of Indian religions and philosophies, saṃsāra is the concept of all beings experiencing an ongoing cycle of life, death, and rebirth. As a result, it can also be equated broadly with transmigration/reincarnation, the karmic cycle, the lesser-used term Punarjanman, or a "cycle of aimless drifting, wandering or mundane existence".

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Saṃsāra is a Sanskrit word that means "wandering" as well as "world," wherein the term connotes "cyclic change" or, less formally, "running around in circles." In the context of Indian religions and philosophies, saṃsāra is the concept of all beings experiencing an ongoing cycle of life, death, and rebirth. As a result, it can also be equated broadly with transmigration/reincarnation, the karmic cycle, the lesser-used term Punarjanman, or a "cycle of aimless drifting, wandering or mundane existence".…

Root Element
Samsara
Core Meaning
"Saṃsāra is a Sanskrit word that means "wandering" as well as "world," wherein the term connotes "cyclic change" or, less formally, "running around in circles"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Samsara

S 1
A 1
M 4
S 1
A 1
R 9
A 1
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
3
Soul Urge
Creativity & Expression
6
Personality
Nurturing & Responsibility

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 52 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 52
Peak year 2004 (8)
First recorded 1991
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Samsara" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Saṃsāra is a Sanskrit word that means "wandering" as well as "world," wherein the term connotes "cyclic change" or, less formally, "running around in circles".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~52 people named Samsara in the US. Peaked in 2004 with 8 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Samsara?

The Life Path number for Samsara is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 3. Personality: 6.

Is Samsara a boy or girl name?

Samsara is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Samsara in the US?

Approximately 52 people in the United States are named Samsara. The name peaked in 2004 with 8 recorded uses.

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