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DevtejHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

God of Gods

Pronunciation: dē-və-tēj

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Name

Devtej

Meaning

God of Gods

Origin

Sanskrit

Religion

Hindu

Language

Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali

Gender

Male

Pronunciation

dē-və-tēj

Lucky Number

Saturday

Lucky Day

Sanskrit

Origin

Male

Gender

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What does Devtej mean?

Devtej is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "God of Gods". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: dē-və-tēj. Lucky number: 5. 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.

देवतेज

God, Deity, Godhead

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

dē-və-tēj

IPA

d̪eːʋt̪eːj

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Devtej is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is God of Gods. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

GoldRedYellow

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

Numerology meaning: Creativity, Self-expression, and Communication

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveStrongPowerfulV = VirtuousK = KindT = ThoughtfulD = Determined

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of divine power and sovereignty

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Devtej" carries a rich cultural significance within the Hindu tradition. In Hindu mythology, Lord Indra, the deity associated with this name, is revered as the god of rain, and is often invoked during agricultural activities to ensure a bountiful harvest. The name holds symbolic value for farmers and agricultural communities in India, as they look to Lord Indra to bless their fields and secure their livelihoods.

The name "Devtej", which is derived from "Dev" meaning god and "Tej" meaning brilliance or brightness, is deeply rooted in spiritual significance within Hinduism. It signifies the divine power and brilliance of Lord Indra, who is believed to be the source of all blessings related to agriculture, prosperity, and fulfillment of needs. The name is a reminder of the importance of reverence and devotion to the gods, and is a beacon of hope and inspiration for millions of practicing Hindus around the world.

Cultural Hindu name · Root: Sanskrit · The name Devtej is a compound of two Sanskrit words - देव (dev) meaning God, Deity, Deities, Deity's, Godhead and तेज (tej) meaning radiance, splendor, brilliance, light, power.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Devtej was an important god in the Shaivite cult, venerated in the 11th and 12th centuries AD in northern India.

11th-12th centuries AD

Another reference to Devtej is found in the Puranic literature, specifically in the Skanda Purana, where he is described as an aspect of Lord Shiva, presiding over the northern direction.

Puranic literature

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Dev Tej Sapru (Actor)Dev Tej Singh (Politician)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

देवतेज

God, Deity, Godhead

🇮🇳Hindi

देवतेज

देव (dev) - देवता (devta) - God, Deity, Deities तेज (tej) - टेज (tej) - ताप (tap) - सूर्य (surya) - सोना (sona) - प्रकाश (prakash) - radiance, splendor, brilliance, light, power

🇮🇳Tamil

தேவதேஜ

God, Deity, Godhead

🇮🇳Telugu

దేవతేజ

God, Deity, Godhead

🇮🇳Marathi

Devtej

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God of Gods

🇧🇩Bengali

Devtej

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God of Gods