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DevavratHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

God-bound

Pronunciation: dē-vă-brăt

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Name
Devavrat
Meaning
God-bound
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
dē-vă-brăt
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Devavrat mean?

Devavrat is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "God-bound". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: dē-vă-brăt. Lucky number: 9. 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.

देवव्रत

God-loving, devotee

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

dē-vă-brăt

IPA

/d̪eʋəˈbrət/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

Gold

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with a life path number 3 are extremely creative, artistic, and social. They have a natural ability to bring joy and beauty to those around them.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Deeply devoted to the divine.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Devavrat is rooted in Hindu culture and tradition. In Hinduism, devotion towards gods and goddesses is considered a noble virtue. The name brings to mind the concept of 'Bhakti' or devotion, a core aspect of Hindu spirituality. For someone bearing the name Devavrat, there is an inherent expectation to be a pious and devoted individual in society.
Devavrat is a symbol of religious dedication and commitment. It signifies one's strong bond with the divine and the promise to uphold that bond through vows and practices. The name Devavrat serves as a reminder of the spiritual aspirations that a person holds and their commitment to God, which can guide their actions and decisions throughout their life. It also signifies the belief that the divine grace can help one overcome both worldly and spiritual challenges.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Devavrat was a legendary king of the Haihayas, a dynasty of ancient India, who ruled in the 12th century BC in the region of Mathura in North India. He is most famous for his patronage of the arts and his extraordinary charitable deeds. His name is mentioned in the Mahabharata and the Puranas.

12th century BC

Another reference to Devavrat comes from the Jaiminiya Brahmana, a text of the Yajurveda. In this text, Devavrat is mentioned as performing the Agnicayana sacrifice, which was considered a crucial rite for ensuring the fertility of the land and the prosperity of the kingdom. This reference dates back to around 1000 BCE.

around 1000 BCE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

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

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

देवव्रत

God-loving, devotee

🇮🇳Hindi

देवव्रत

देव (deva) + व्रत (vrat) = देवव्रत (devavrat)

🇮🇳Tamil

தேவவிரத

தேவம் (thevam, god) + விரதம் (viratam, vow) = தேவவிரதம் (thevaviratam)

🇮🇳Telugu

దేశజ్జేశ్వరద్యేశ్యోదేశ

దేశ (dhesh, god) + జ్జేశ్ (jjesha, desire) + శ్యోదేశ్ (shyodisha, one who pleases)

🇮🇳Marathi

Devavrat

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God-bound

🇧🇩Bengali

Devavrat

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God-bound

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