Baldev
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Baldev
Baldev derives from Sanskrit "Bal" (strength/power) and "Dev" (god/divine), meaning "god of strength" or "divine power." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Sikh communities, particularly in India, and holds historical significance in Sikhism as the name of Baladitya, a legendary strong figure in religious tradition.
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Etymology
Baldev derives from Sanskrit "Bal" (strength/power) and "Dev" (god/divine), meaning "god of strength" or "divine power." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Sikh communities, particularly in India, and holds historical significance in Sikhism as the name of Baladitya, a legendary strong figure in religious tradition.
Baldev currently ranks #916 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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