Sodbileg first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Sodbileg has been for the last 1 years (from 2012 to 2012) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Sodbileg

A Mongolian masculine name meaning "the gift of genuine openness".

Popularity of Sodbileg by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Sodbileg is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2012, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Sodbileg.

Year Male Count Female Count
2012 5 0

The history of the first name Sodbileg

Sodbileg is a Mongolian name originating from the Khalkha Mongol group, the largest ethnic group in Mongolia. The name is believed to have emerged during the 13th century, the era of the Mongol Empire ruled by Genghis Khan.

The name Sodbileg is derived from the Mongolian words "sod" meaning "enlightenment" or "wisdom" and "bileg" meaning "intelligence" or "knowledge." Thus, the name carries the meaning of an enlightened, intelligent, or knowledgeable person.

In ancient Mongolian texts, particularly those related to Buddhism, the name Sodbileg appears as a title or epithet bestowed upon scholars, philosophers, and enlightened individuals. One notable historical figure bearing this name was Sodbileg, a 14th-century scholar and translator who played a significant role in the dissemination of Buddhist teachings in Mongolia.

The earliest recorded instance of the name Sodbileg dates back to the 13th century, during the reign of Kublai Khan, the grandson of Genghis Khan. A prominent figure from this era was Sodbileg Noyan, a military commander and advisor to Kublai Khan.

Throughout Mongolian history, several other notable individuals have borne the name Sodbileg:

  1. Sodbileg Ravjaa (1915-1999), a prominent Mongolian writer and poet.
  2. Sodbileg Yondonjamts (1909-1938), a Mongolian Buddhist monk and scholar.
  3. Sodbileg Naidandorj (1863-1923), a Mongolian politician and diplomat.
  4. Sodbileg Batkhuu (1927-2001), a celebrated Mongolian artist and painter.
  5. Sodbileg Gombosuren (1926-2012), a renowned Mongolian mathematician and educator.

The name Sodbileg has been a revered and respected name in Mongolian culture for centuries, carrying connotations of wisdom, intelligence, and enlightenment. It continues to be a popular name choice among Mongolians, reflecting their rich cultural heritage and the value placed on knowledge and learning.

Data source

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