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DevkishanHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

God's grace, god-gifted

Pronunciation: DEV-ki-SHAHN

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Name
Devkishan
Meaning
God's grace, god-gifted
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
DEV-ki-SHAHN
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Devkishan mean?

Devkishan is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "God's grace". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: DEV-ki-SHAHN. 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.

देवकिशन

देव (God) किशन (treasure)

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

DEV-ki-SHAHN

IPA

/dɛʋ kɪ ʃaːn/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

GoldOrange

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Individuals with this name are imaginative, artistic, and very optimistic. They are also very sociable, as people enjoy their company. Devkishan's are natural born leaders, and they love to be in control of their environment.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveCompassionateV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Receiving the divine blessings of the gods.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Devkishan is a Hindu given name that reflects the deep reverence and devotion for the divine in Hindu culture. The name, encompassing the words 'god' and 'grace', highlights the central role of the gods in daily life for Hindus. It is a reminder of the desire to be close to and pleasing to the divine powers, which can bring good fortune and blessings.
Devkishan is a spiritual name that conveys the profound belief in divine grace and blessings being omnipresent in the world. It is a reminder of one's inherent connection to the divine and encourages humility, devotion, and gratitude. The name carries the desire to be a worthy recipient of the divine grace, and to lead a life true to dharma (duty) and purpose.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Devkishan was a renowned Jain monk and scholar who lived during the 12th century in India. The name Devkishan carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

12th century

Another Devkishan, a Rajput king of the Chauhan clan, ruled in the 13th century in Rajasthan, India.

13th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

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

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

देवकिशन

देव (God) किशन (treasure)

🇮🇳Hindi

देवकिशान

देव (God) किशान (treasure)

🇮🇳Tamil

திவகிஶன்

திவன் (God) கிஶன் (treasure)

🇮🇳Telugu

దేవకీశణ

దేవు (God) కీశేణ (treasure)

🇮🇳Marathi

Devkishan

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God's grace, god-gifted

🇧🇩Bengali

Devkishan

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God's grace, god-gifted

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