Vasudev
Sanskrit · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Vasudev
Vasudev is a Sanskrit name meaning "divine cowherd" or "god of wealth," derived from "Vasu" (wealth/divine) and "Dev" (god).
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Etymology
Vasudev is a Sanskrit name meaning "divine cowherd" or "god of wealth," derived from "Vasu" (wealth/divine) and "Dev" (god). It is primarily used in Hindu cultures and is notably associated with Lord Krishna, one of Hinduism's most revered deities, who is often called Vasudev in religious texts.
Vasudev currently ranks #13,999 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2015.
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