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DevashtHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

God, deity

Pronunciation: de-VAHS-t

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Name
Devasht
Meaning
God, deity
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
de-VAHS-t
Lucky Number
1
1
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Devasht mean?

Devasht is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "God". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: de-VAHS-t. Lucky number: 1. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

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Devasht

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है God, deity

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

de-VAHS-t

IPA

dēvāṣṭʰ

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Devasht is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is God. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

1

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

Gold

Lucky Stone

(Rudraksha)

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Individuals with the life path number 1 are natural born leaders who thrive on being number one.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveV

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Embrace the divine within.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Devasht holds significant value in Hindu culture where gods and goddesses are revered and worshipped. By having the name Devasht, one might be seen as possessing a divine or sacred connection to the divine realm. Furthermore, in various communities and regions within India, the name may be interpreted differently as a term of respect, honor, or recognition towards the deity or god personified in the name.
As mentioned earlier, the name Devasht is derived from the Sanskrit word 'deva'. In Hinduism, the concept of ‘deva’ denotes not only the external supernatural entities, but also the divine energy that exists within each individual. Hence, having the name Devasht symbolizes the recognition of the inner divine self and the ongoing connection to that divine energy, ultimately fostering spiritual growth and enlightenment.

Historical Usage

Historical References

The name 'Devasht' is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word 'Devas' meaning 'gods' and the Persian suffix 'shah' meaning 'king'. This suggests a fusion of Hindu and Persian cultures in ancient India.

2nd Century BCE to 4th Century CE

Another theory suggests that 'Devasht' may be the name of a specific deity worshipped in ancient India, possibly a form of Indra or Varuna. This theory is based on the fact that the names of many Hindu gods contain the 'deva' suffix, indicating their status as gods.

Ancient India (circa 1500 BCE to 500 CE)

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

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

Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

Devasht

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है God, deity

🇮🇳Hindi

Devasht

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है God, deity

🇮🇳Tamil

Devasht

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் God, deity

🇮🇳Telugu

Devasht

హిందూ పేరు అంటే God, deity

🇮🇳Marathi

Devasht

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God, deity

🇧🇩Bengali

Devasht

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God, deity

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