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DevasenaHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

God's Army

Pronunciation: dā-və-sə-nə

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Name
Devasena
Meaning
God's Army
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
dā-və-sə-nə
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Devasena mean?

Devasena is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "God's Army". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: dā-və-sə-nə. Lucky number: 6. 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.

देवसेना

Goddess

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

dā-və-sə-nə

IPA

[d̪eːʋəˈseːnɑː]

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

RedPinkGold

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Devasena is a name that resonates with the energy of creativity, self-expression, and communication. It is a name that signifies the power of words and the ability to inspire and influence others.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseLoyalCompassionateV = VirtuousK = KindT = ThoughtfulD = Determined

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Represents divine protection and strength.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Devasena, with its divine and warrior meaning, evokes a sense of strength, bravery, and dedication to one's faith or cause. In Hindu mythology and Indian folklore, the name is reminiscent of warrior goddesses like Durga, Kali, and Sita, who protect the good and fight against evil forces.
Devasena is a profoundly spiritual name. The prefix 'Deva' refers to God or divine being, and the suffix 'Sena' means army. This name signifies a deep connection with the divine and the belief that the individual is a part of the larger divine army working towards the greater good in the universe. It also suggests a sense of duty, faith, and devotion towards a higher power. Moreover, the name can serve as a reminder of the individual's potential to contribute towards creating a just and peaceful world.

Cultural Hindu name · Root: Sanskrit · Not found in Vedas, Upanishads, or other scriptures

Historical Usage

Historical References

Devasena was a queen of the Satavahana dynasty who ruled in the 2nd century AD. She is most famous for her role in the epic Mahabharata, where she is mentioned as the wife of Bhishma Pitamaha.

2nd century AD

Another reference to Devasena can be found in the Puranas, where she is described as the wife of Indra, the king of gods. In this context, she is often depicted as a warrior goddess who aids Indra in his battles against the demons.

Unknown, likely ancient

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Kamal HaasanRevathyMani Ratnam

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

देवसेना

Goddess

🇮🇳Hindi

देवसेना

देवताओं की सेना

🇮🇳Tamil

தேவசேனா

கடவுள் துறை

🇮🇳Telugu

దేవసేన

దేవుడే సేన

🇮🇳Marathi

Devasena

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God's Army

🇧🇩Bengali

Devasena

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God's Army

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