Meaning & Origin
Devavrat is a Sanskrit name derived from the Sanskrit words ‘Deva’ meaning god and ‘Vrat’ meaning bound or pledged. This name signifies a person who is deeply devoted to the divine and is bound by the vows and promises made to the gods.
Spiritual meaning
Deeply devoted to the divine.
Language details
देवव्रत
God-loving, devotee
देवव्रत
देव (deva) + व्रत (vrat) = देवव्रत (devavrat)
தேவவிரத
தேவம் (thevam, god) + விரதம் (viratam, vow) = தேவவிரதம் (thevaviratam)
దేశజ్జేశ్వరద్యేశ్యోదేశ
దేశ (dhesh, god) + జ్జేశ్ (jjesha, desire) + శ్యోదేశ్ (shyodisha, one who pleases)
Devavrat
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God-bound
Devavrat
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God-bound
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
dē-vă-brăt
/d̪eʋəˈbrət/
Lucky number
9
Lucky day
Sunday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
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Historical references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
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