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DevkaranHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

God's labor, God's work

Pronunciation: dhev-kah-rahn

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Name
Devkaran
Meaning
God's labor, God's work
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
dhev-kah-rahn
Lucky Number
1
1
Lucky Number
(Saturday)
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Devkaran mean?

Devkaran is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "God's labor". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: dhev-kah-rahn. Lucky number: 1. 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.

देवकरण

देव-करण

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

dhev-kah-rahn

IPA

d̪eʋ kər̪əɳ

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

1

Lucky Day

(Saturday)

Lucky Colors

Gold

Lucky Stone

(Ruby)

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creative, artistic, and socially aware.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes dedication, hard work, and devotion to the divine.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Devkaran" is rooted in Hindu sacred texts and culture, specifically derived from the Sanskrit language. It contains the name of the Goddess 'Devi', who is revered as the divine feminine and the mother of the universe in Hinduism. The word 'Kara' means work or labor, and 'An' refers to a male. Thus, "Devkaran" translates to "God's work" or "God's laborer." The name thus encapsulates the idea of an individual engaged in divine work and upholding dharma (duty and righteousness) in their daily lives.
The name "Devkaran" holds immense spiritual significance in Hindu culture. It emphasizes that every individual is not merely an isolated entity, but an integral part of the divine scheme of things. The name inspires an individual to see their actions as integral to the cosmic order, sparking a sense of responsibility and duty towards their society and the universe as a whole. The person named Devkaran is reminded that their work is not just for their own benefit but is a part of the divine plan and contributes towards the greater good. This name also reinforces the idea of living a righteous and dharmic life, as one's actions have a profound impact not just on their own existence, but on the cosmos.

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

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

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

देवकरण

देव-करण

🇮🇳Hindi

देवकरण

देवकरण

🇮🇳Tamil

தேவகரன்

தேவ-கரன்

🇮🇳Telugu

దేవకరణ

దేవ-కరణ

🇮🇳Marathi

Devkaran

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God's labor, God's work

🇧🇩Bengali

Devkaran

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God's labor, God's work

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