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DevadattHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

God's son

Pronunciation: deh-vah-dahht

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Name
Devadatt
Meaning
God's son
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
deh-vah-dahht
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Devadatt mean?

Devadatt is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "God's son". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: deh-vah-dahht. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

देवदत्त

देव (god) + दत्त (given)

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

deh-vah-dahht

IPA

/d̪eʋ d̪aɽ d̪aʤ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Devadatt is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is God's son. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

GoldBlueSilver

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 5 are destined to experience new opportunities, new experiences, and personal growth throughout their lives.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A divine gift from the gods.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name 'Devadatt' holds a significant cultural impact in Hinduism. The name Deva symbolizes divinity and purity, while Datt represents the giving or bestowing of blessings. The name is considered to be a mark of respect, indicating the divine origin of the individual and their connection to the divine realm.
From a spiritual perspective, the name 'Devadatt' signifies an individual's deep connection with the divine and the spiritual realm. It emphasizes the belief in the presence of God and the concept of being chosen and blessed by the divine being. The name serves as a constant reminder of the divine origin of the soul and the responsibility to lead a righteous life.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Devadatt was the name of the elder son of King Shibi of Haihayas. He was a great warrior and a devotee of Lord Vishnu. Devadatt's story is mentioned in the Mahabharata and the Puranas.

1000 BCE - 500 BCE

Another reference to Devadatt can be found in Jain literature where he is described as a Jain Tirthankara, the 23rd in the current cycle of 24 Tirthankaras. He is also known as Mahavira III or Devadatt Swami.

6th century BCE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Devadatt (Notable Hindu figure)Devadatt (Contemporary Indian personality)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

देवदत्त

देव (god) + दत्त (given)

🇮🇳Hindi

देवदत्त

देव (देवा) + दत्त (दिया गया)

🇮🇳Tamil

தேவதத்த

தேவம் (god) + தத்த (given)

🇮🇳Telugu

దేవదద్ద

దేవీ (god) + దద్ద (దేయశేదియోజిటే దేశము) (given)

🇮🇳Marathi

Devadatt

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God's son

🇧🇩Bengali

Devadatt

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God's son

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