Indian name meaning

Vasudev

♂ Boy

Va·su·dev · 3 syllables

Lord Vishnu; Krishna's father

Origin
Sanskrit
Most used by
Hindu families
Commonly used in
North & Central India
How common is this name?Rare

Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.

4
Name number 4 · The Builder

Grounded, disciplined and dependable — turns steady effort into solid results.

The letters of Vasudev add up to 31, which reduces to 4.

About the name Vasudev

Vasudev is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Lord Vishnu; Krishna's father.”

In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Vasudev has the name number 4, “The Builder.”

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Vasudev mean?

Vasudev means “Lord Vishnu; Krishna's father.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.

Is Vasudev a boy or a girl name?

Vasudev is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.

What is the origin and religion of the name Vasudev?

Vasudev is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.

What is the numerology number of the name Vasudev?

In the Chaldean system, Vasudev has the name number 4, “The Builder.”

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