Devesh
Devesh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of the gods”.
| Meaning | Lord of the gods |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | देवेश |
| Pronunciation | day-VAYSH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Devesh
Devesh joins deva, 'god', and isha, 'lord', meaning 'lord of the gods'. In Sanskrit texts it is used as an epithet for the supreme deity, applied to Shiva, Vishnu and Indra depending on context. It follows the pattern of names such as Mahesh, Ganesh and Dinesh, all ending in isha. Devesh is common in northern India and conveys both strength and devotion.
Is Devesh a Hindu name?
Devesh is a Hindu name; 'lord of the gods' is used as an epithet of Shiva and Vishnu.
How popular is Devesh?
A familiar name in northern India.
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Spellings and variants of Devesh
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Devesh mean?
Devesh means 'Lord of the gods'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Devesh a Hindu name?
Devesh is a Hindu name; 'lord of the gods' is used as an epithet of Shiva and Vishnu.
How do you pronounce Devesh?
Devesh is pronounced day-VAYSH.
Is Devesh a boy or girl name?
Devesh is usually a boy name.