Boy • Modern Tamil
Dev
தேவ்
Signature Meaning
Dev (தேவ்) derives from the Sanskrit word deva, meaning “god”, “divine”, or “heavenly”. In Tamil and other Indian languages it is used as a concise masculine given name that evokes brightness, goodness, or a spiritual presence. Its short, simple sound makes it popular both on its own and as part of longer names.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginSanskrit
Style / Category
ModernSpiritualVirtue
Starts withத / D
Syllables1 syllable
NumerologyNumerology is a traditional number-based interpretation. Use it as cultural guidance, not as a rule.
2· Destiny Path
Pronunciation Guide
Say it likeDAY-v
Tamil syllablesதே-வ்
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./d̪eːʋ/
Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
DhevDewDhew