Devyani
Devyani is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Daughter of Shukracharya”.
| Meaning | Daughter of Shukracharya |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | देवयानी |
| Pronunciation | day-VYAH-nee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Devyani
Devyani is the modern Hindi spelling of Devayani. In the Mahabharata, Devayani is the daughter of Shukracharya, preceptor of the asuras. She falls in love with Kacha, who has come to learn the secret of reviving the dead, and later marries King Yayati, with Princess Sharmishtha as her attendant. The meaning is often explained as connected with the gods. In Bengali the same name is pronounced Debjani.
Is Devyani a Hindu name?
Devyani is a Hindu name from the Mahabharata.
How popular is Devyani?
Moderately used in India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Devyani mean?
Devyani means 'Daughter of Shukracharya'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Devyani a Hindu name?
Devyani is a Hindu name from the Mahabharata.
How do you pronounce Devyani?
Devyani is pronounced day-VYAH-nee.
Is Devyani a boy or girl name?
Devyani is usually a girl name.