Kapildev
Kapildev is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord Kapila”.
| Meaning | Lord Kapila |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | कपिलदेव |
| Pronunciation | kuh-PIL-dayv |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Kapildev
Kapildev joins Kapila, the name of the ancient sage traditionally credited with founding the Samkhya school of philosophy, with dev, 'god' or 'lord'. Kapila means 'tawny' or 'reddish-brown' in Sanskrit, and the Bhagavata Purana counts him as an incarnation of Vishnu. The name is best known today through Kapil Dev, who captained India to its first Cricket World Cup win in 1983.
Is Kapildev a Hindu name?
Kapildev honours the sage Kapila, revered in Hindu tradition as the founder of Samkhya and, in some texts, as a form of Vishnu.
How popular is Kapildev?
Kapil is common in India; the joined form Kapildev is rarer.
Gifts with the name Kapildev
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Spellings and variants of Kapildev
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kapildev mean?
Kapildev means 'Lord Kapila'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kapildev a Hindu name?
Kapildev honours the sage Kapila, revered in Hindu tradition as the founder of Samkhya and, in some texts, as a form of Vishnu.
How do you pronounce Kapildev?
Kapildev is pronounced kuh-PIL-dayv.
Is Kapildev a boy or girl name?
Kapildev is usually a boy name.