Devendra
Meaning of Devendra
Devendra is a male name with Hindi origin. It is pronounced as deh-VEN-druh (/d̪eːˈʋɛn.d̪rə/). This unique and powerful name carries a deep meaning, translating to "lord of the gods" or "king of gods" in Sanskrit. It is derived from the combination of the elements "deva," meaning "god," and "indra," referring to the chief Hindu deity Indra. Devendra holds strong spiritual associations and signifies leadership, strength, and divinity. Although it is not very common in the United States, it has been steadily increasing in popularity over the years. Devinder is a variation of Devendra that can also be considered.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as deh-VEN-druh (/d̪eːˈʋɛn.d̪rə/)
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Notable People Named Devendra
| Devendra Gangadharrao Fadnavis is an Indian politician who has served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra and the 18th Chief Minister of Maharashtra, known for being the second-youngest Chief Minister in the state's history. |
| Devendra Jhajharia is an Indian Paralympic javelin thrower who has won two gold medals and a silver at the Paralympics, making him India's most decorated Paralympic player. |
| Devendra Prasad Yadav was a member of the 14th Lok Sabha of India, representing the Jhanjharpur constituency of Bihar and affiliated with several political parties. |
| Justice Devendra Kachhawaha is a former Indian judge who served on the Rajasthan High Court and is currently the Chairman of the State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission for the State of Rajasthan. |
| Devendra Satpathy was a prominent figure in India's freedom movement and a member of the Prajamandal movement, later becoming a member of the Lok Sabha from Dhenkanal in Odisha. |
