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SahadevHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

God of Moon

Pronunciation: Sa-ha-dev

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Name
Sahadev
Meaning
God of Moon
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Sa-ha-dev
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Sahadev mean?

Sahadev is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "God of Moon". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: Sa-ha-dev. 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.

सहदेव

United God

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Sa-ha-dev

IPA

[səɦəˈdeːʋ]

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: Progress, change, freedom, adventure, and excitement

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseLoyalCompassionateV = VirtuousK = KindT = ThoughtfulD = Determined

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Represents divine companionship and protection.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Sahadev is one of the five brothers, known as the Pandavas, in Mahabharata. They were considered righteous and Pandava means " righteous'. Sahadev was the younger brother of Yuda (Judah) and Bhima, and was regarded as a sage, skilled in agriculture, and a musician. He played a significant role in the Mahabharata war, and while his brothers were out battling, he spent his time in the woods, helping people through his knowledge and wisdom. His wisdom and kindness continue to be revered and celebrated throughout India.
Sahadev is believed to represent the qualities of selfless service, wisdom, and righteousness. He chose to stay behind and help people while his brothers went to war, symbolizing the importance of selfless service to humanity. His life demonstrates the immense power of staying rooted to one's dharma and living a life grounded in wisdom and righteousness. Sahadev's devotion to his dharma and his compassion towards all beings serves as a spiritual example for Hindus and others who admire his virtues.

Vedic Sanskrit origin · Root: सह (saha) with + देव (deva) God · Found in the Vedas, Mahabharata, and other Hindu scriptures.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Sahadev is a name mentioned in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. He is the youngest of the five Pandava brothers.

Ancient India (circa 400 BCE)

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Sahadev is a character in the Hindu epic Mahabharata, the younger brother of Nakula, and one of the Pandava princes.

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

सहदेव

United God

🇮🇳Hindi

सहदेव

सह (sa-h) with + देव (dev) God

🇮🇳Tamil

சகதேவன்

சக (sakathu) together + தேவன் (thevan) God

🇮🇳Telugu

సహదేవ

సహ (saha) with + దేవ (deva) God

🇮🇳Marathi

Sahadev

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God of Moon

🇧🇩Bengali

Sahadev

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God of Moon

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