Boy Name Indian · Sanskrit

Deva

Pronunciation /DEV-a/

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“God; King”

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Deva's Numerology

Free

The Expression (Destiny) number, calculated from the letters of Deva.

5
The Free Spirit
Keyword: Freedom
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GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit
Starting soundDe
Numerology5 · The Free Spirit
Name-based RashiMakara (Capricorn)
Traditional gemstoneBlue Sapphire
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Name Starting-Sound Rashi
D → Makara (Capricorn)
Traditional name-sound (akshar) association
Lucky gemstone: Blue Sapphire
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Meaning of Deva

Deva is a boy name of Sanskrit origin, popular among Indian families. It means “God; King; Light”.

Deva's Style

Sanskrit Indian Timeless Short Boy

Deva at a Glance

Popularity
49/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
51/100
Pronunciation
88/100

Deva is a uncommon, easy to pronounce name with a balanced character.

Deva Popularity Graph

🇮🇳 India · rank by year (#1 = most popular)

#59#107#1552015201920232026
Status
Uncommon
Direction
↓ Falling
Est. Position
~#155

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Deva Name Profile

MeaningGod; King
OriginIndian · Sanskrit
GenderBoy Name
First LetterD
Letters4
Syllables2
Baby Name Generator Popularity Score49/100

Uncommon · internal score, not an official ranking

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