Devaki
Devaki is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Divine; mother of Krishna”.
| Meaning | Divine; mother of Krishna |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | देवकी |
| Pronunciation | DAY-vuh-kee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Devaki
Devaki comes from Sanskrit deva, 'god', and is generally explained as 'divine'. In Hindu scripture she is the mother of Krishna. Her brother Kamsa imprisoned her and her husband Vasudeva after a prophecy that her eighth child would kill him, and he murdered her earlier children. Krishna, the eighth, was secretly carried across the Yamuna to Gokul and raised by Yashoda. The name is used across India, including Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
Is Devaki a Hindu name?
Devaki is a Hindu name; she is honoured as the mother of Krishna in the Bhagavata Purana and the Mahabharata.
How popular is Devaki?
A traditional name, more common in older generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Devaki mean?
Devaki means 'Divine; mother of Krishna'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Devaki a Hindu name?
Devaki is a Hindu name; she is honoured as the mother of Krishna in the Bhagavata Purana and the Mahabharata.
How do you pronounce Devaki?
Devaki is pronounced DAY-vuh-kee.
Is Devaki a boy or girl name?
Devaki is usually a girl name.