| Meaning | action, deed |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Karma |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Kar-ma |
About Karma
Make a statement with this powerful, concept-driven choice that immediately sparks conversation. Karma brings philosophical depth and cultural richness to the naming landscape, appealing to parents who value meaning and mindfulness. The name suggests someone thoughtful, conscious of their actions, and perhaps spiritually aware. Its Sanskrit roots provide ancient authenticity while its current usage feels completely contemporary. Karma works particularly well for families embracing Eastern philosophy, yoga culture, or simply believing in cause and effect principles. The name's directness and simplicity prevent it from feeling pretentious despite its weighty concept. It offers no obvious nicknames, standing firmly on its own merits. Karma suits confident personalities who won't shy from their distinctive name. The choice signals parental creativity and willingness to embrace unconventional options. While potentially polarizing, Karma rewards those seeking authentic uniqueness over traditional safety. This name demands consideration and conversation, much like the concept itself.
Nicknames for Karma
| Kar |
| Karm |
| Mara |
| Kari |
Famous People Named Karma
| Karma Yonten | Bhutanese politician |
| Karma Sherpa | Nepali mountaineer |
| Karma Tsomo | Tibetan-American Buddhist nun and scholar |
| Karma Kagyü | Bhutanese queen consort |
| Karma Moffett | American composer and musician |
| Karma Cox | Australian actress and producer |
| Karma Chavez | American scholar and activist |
| Karma Jonze | British singer-songwriter |
| Karma Kitaj | American artist and writer |
| Karma Tshiteem | Bhutanese civil servant |
| Karma Dolma | Tibetan singer and actress |
| Karma Lekshe Tsomo | American Buddhist nun and scholar |
| Karma Fields | Canadian electronic music producer |
| Karma Dechen | Bhutanese television presenter |
| Karma Gyeltshen | Bhutanese politician and diplomat |
| Karma Ekmekji | Lebanese painter and sculptor |
| Karma Tenzin | Bhutanese archer |
| Karma Hughes | Australian Paralympic swimmer |
| Karma Tshering | Bhutanese cricketer |
Characters Named Karma
| Karma Akabane | From the anime "Assassination Classroom" |
| Karma Ashcroft | From the TV series "Faking It" |
| Karma Clark | From the novel "The Karma Club" by Jessica Brody |
| Karma Chameleon | From the "Bratz" toy line |
| Karma Waters | From the webcomic "Karma Police" |
| Karma Macgregor | From the novel "Karma Girl" by Jennifer Estep |
| Karma Marx | From the novel "The Book of Karma" by Cathy Ostlere |
| Karma Lee | From the animated series "The Proud Family" |
| Karma Hudson | From the TV series "The Fosters" |
| Karma Corns | From the animated series "Lalaloopsy" |
| Karma Tang | From the video game "Dance Dance Revolution" |
| Karma Twisp | From the novel "The Astonishing Adventures of Fanboy and Goth Girl" by Barry Lyga |
| Karma Marsden | From the TV series "Karma's a Btch" |
| Karma Alcott | From the novel "Bad Karma" by David Safier |
| Karma Guerra | From the TV series "Karma" |
| Karma Hart | From the novel "Karma Bites" by Stacy Kramer and Valerie Thomas |
| Karma Ling Chen | From the TV series "Wings of Karma" |
| Karma Tenzin | From the novel "Karma: A Novel of Retribution" by Khushwant Singh |
| Karma Key | From the novel "No Good Karma" by H.E. Fairbanks |
| Karma Harper | From the TV series "Living with Fran" |