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JagdevHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Conqueror of the World

Pronunciation: jahg-DEHV

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Name
Jagdev
Meaning
Conqueror of the World
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
jahg-DEHV
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
(Monday)
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Jagdev mean?

Jagdev is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Conqueror of the World". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: jahg-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.

जगदेव

विश्वास पूज्य जगत् के देव

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

jahg-DEHV

IPA

jəɡd̪eʋ

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Jagdev is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Conqueror of the World. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

(Monday)

Lucky Colors

BlueGold

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: People with this name are adventurous and love to explore new opportunities. They are quick-thinking, imaginative, and adaptable.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveStrong-willedV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes power, authority, and leadership.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Jagdev holds a significant cultural impact in the Hindu society. It is a revered name, indicative of power, strength, and leadership. Jagdevs, as the name suggests, are believed to have the ability to conquer and rule over their respective spheres of influence. This name is commonly associated with warriors, rulers, and leaders who have demonstrated exceptional courage, valor, and wisdom.
The name Jagdev carries a profound spiritual significance as well. It reflects the deep-rooted Hindu belief in the supremacy of God, and the individual's aspiration to unite with the Divine. Jagdevs are considered to be sacred vessels of the Divine, entrusted with the responsibility of upholding dharma (ethical living) and spreading joy and prosperity in their corners of the world. Moreover, the name is a constant reminder of the Hindu philosophy of self-realization and the ultimate goal of liberating the soul from the cycle of birth and death.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Jagdev was a Jat ruler of the 16th century in the Punjab region of India. The name Jagdev carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Medieval period

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Jagdev MehtaJagdev Kumar

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

जगदेव

विश्वास पूज्य जगत् के देव

🇮🇳Hindi

जगदेव

जगत के देव

🇮🇳Tamil

ஜகதேவ்

ஜகத்தின் தேவம்

🇮🇳Telugu

జగదేవ్

జగద్దేశ్

🇮🇳Marathi

Jagdev

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Conqueror of the World

🇧🇩Bengali

Jagdev

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Conqueror of the World

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