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Devraj

God's ruler

də-vra-j/d̪eːvɾɑːdʒ/

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Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
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Meaning & Origin

Devraj is a compound name derived from two Sanskrit words: Deva (God) and Raja (ruler). This name is often given to boys in Hindu culture, signifying the one who rules over the gods or is a god himself.

Spiritual meaning

Emblem of divine power and rulership.

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

देवराज

God-king

🇮🇳Hindi

देवराज

देव (Deva) + राज (Raj)

🇮🇳Tamil

தேவராஜ

தேவம் (Tēvam) + ராஜ (Rāj)

🇮🇳Telugu

దేవరాజ

దేవు (Dēvu) + రాజ (Rāj)

🇮🇳Marathi

Devraj

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God's ruler

🇧🇩Bengali

Devraj

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God's ruler

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

də-vra-j

/d̪eːvɾɑːdʒ/

Lucky number

3

Lucky day

Saturday

Lucky colors

GoldBlue

Life path

7

Lucky stone

Ruby

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The name Devraj carries a rich cultural significance in Hinduism. Devraj is revered as a divine name resonating with the divine essence of God. It suggests the possessor of godly power and the one who holds the divine authority. In certain regions of India, it is also given to boys born under specific auspicious celestial configurations. The name signifies the unity of the divine and the earthly realms, and inspires a deep sense of reverence and respect for the divine power.

The spiritual significance of the name Devraj lies in its divine origins and association with the supreme power of the universe. The name is a reminder of the divine soul within each individual and inspires devotion, self-realization and spiritual growth. It represents the ultimate goal of human endeavor, which is to attain divine consciousness and oneness with the universe, where one rules over one's own inner turmoils and imperfections. The name Devraj encourages the pursuit of spiritual wisdom and the development of qualities that align one with the divine.

Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic • Devaraja is a title for various Hindu gods, such as Indra and Shiva, as they are considered kings of the gods.

Historical references

Historical records show that Devaraja was a ruler of the Hoysala Empire in the 12th century AD. The name Devraj carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Hoysala Empire (1025-1327 AD)

Notable people with this name

Devraj RaoDevraj Sanyal

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Variations & related names

DevraajDewraj

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God's ruler