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IshtadevHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Desired God

Pronunciation: is-hah-tah-dehv

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Name
Ishtadev
Meaning
Desired God
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
is-hah-tah-dehv
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Ishtadev mean?

Ishtadev is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Desired God". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: is-hah-tah-dehv. Lucky number: 3. 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.

इश्तदेव

Desired God, Wished Deity

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

is-hah-tah-dehv

IPA

/ɪsʱtəˈdɛʋ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Ishtadev is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Desired God. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

BlueGold

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: People with a life path number 6 have the ability to nurture and care for others. They are loving, compassionate, and responsible individuals, who seek to bring harmony and balance in their environment.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseVirtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name that evokes devotion and reverence towards the divine.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The use of the name Ishtadev in Hinduism reflects the diversity of religious beliefs and practices in India. It showcases the devotion and personal relationship that Hindus often have with their chosen deity. The name is popular among various Hindu communities and can be found in different regional forms like 'Ishta Deva' or 'Ishta Devata'.
Ishtadev represents the deep connection and intimacy between a devotee and their chosen deity. It symbolizes the devotee's fervent desire to seek the blessings and guidance of the deity. By using the name, a devotee acknowledges the deity as their supreme desire and the source of their inner peace and happiness. This name reinforces the idea of a personal God who listens to the devotee's prayers and responds with love and compassion.

Vedic Sanskrit origin · Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic · The name Ishtadev is a compound of Ishta and Dev, both of which have deep roots in Vedic mythology. Ishtadev is often invoked in Hindu rituals and prayers as the god who fulfills desires and grants wishes.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Lord of the mind The name Ishtadev carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Vedic period

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

इश्तदेव

Desired God, Wished Deity

🇮🇳Hindi

इश्तदेव

दस्तुर देव

🇮🇳Tamil

இஷ்டதேவ

எழுத்துக்கள் இல்லாத தேவம்

🇮🇳Telugu

ఇశ్టదేవ

దేశ్య ధేశపురోధే

🇮🇳Marathi

Ishtadev

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Desired God

🇧🇩Bengali

Ishtadev

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Desired God

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