Dev
Dev is a boys' name of Hindi origin meaning “god, divine, king.” It ranked #815 in the United States in 2025. Dev is a Sanskrit name meaning 'god' or 'divine,' derived from the root 'deva.
how do you pronounce Dev?
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what does Dev mean?
The name Dev means “god, divine, king.” It comes from the Hindi language tradition.
Dev is a Sanskrit name meaning 'god' or 'divine,' derived from the root 'deva.' It is one of the oldest and most fundamental names in Hindu tradition, used as both a standalone name and a building block for compound names like Devesh, Devendra, and Mahadev.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #815 |
| 2023 | #830 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Dev?
- Dev Patel (British-Indian actor)
- Dev Anand (legendary Indian actor)
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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