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Hindu Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Vasudeva

Dwelling in Vasu

Pronunciation: Vah-soo-day-vah (/ʋəsʊˈdeːʋə/)

Boy Name Sanskrit origin Popularity 60
Meaning
Dwelling in Vasu
Origin
Sanskrit
Lucky Number
5
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Stone
Citrine
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
60
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil
Lucky Colors: YellowGold

What does Vasudeva mean?

Derived from Vasu, meaning 'dwelling'. Vasudeva is also the name of Lord Krishna's father.

Vasudeva in other languages & scripts

Hindi
वसुदेव
धन में निवासी

How to pronounce Vasudeva

English pronunciation
Vah-soo-day-vah
IPA notation
/ʋəsʊˈdeːʋə/

Numerology & personality

Creativity, self-expression, and communication are the key themes associated with the number 3. Individuals with a life path number of 3 are often very expressive and love to communicate with others. They are also very artistic and have a strong sense of self-expression.

Associated Traits
BraveWiseLoyalCompassionateV = VirtuousK = KindT = ThoughtfulD = Determined

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes divine protection and nurturing.

Vasudeva is an ancient Sanskrit name that holds significant cultural importance in Hinduism. The name is derived from the word 'Vasu', meaning 'dweller' or 'one who has a dwelling'. In mythology, Vasudeva was the name of Lord Krishna's father, who played a pivotal role in the prophecy of the divine birth of Krishna. The name is also shared by other Hindu deities, including Vasudeva Balabhadra, who is one of the primary deities of the Gaudiya Vaishnavas.

Popularity of Vasudeva by region

Region Country Score Year
Uttar Pradesh IN 45 2024
Maharashtra IN 67 2024
West Bengal IN 63 2024
Bali (Indonesia) ID 80 2024
Gujarat IN 74 2024

Spelling variations of Vasudeva

VaasudevaaVasudewa

Names similar to Vasudeva

Frequently asked questions about Vasudeva

What does Vasudeva mean?
Vasudeva is a Sanskrit name of Hindu origin, derived from Vasu, which means 'dwelling'. It is most notably associated with Lord Krishna, whose father was named Vasudeva.
Is Vasudeva a Hinduism name?
Yes, Vasudeva is a name of Hindu origin.
How to pronounce Vasudeva?
va-su-de-va
Is Vasudeva popular today?
While Vasudeva is not a commonly used name today, it holds deep cultural and religious significance in Hinduism.
What is the origin of Vasudeva?
Vasudeva is a Sanskrit name of Hindu origin, derived from Vasu, which means 'dwelling'.