Devavrat as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Devavrat

What is the meaning of the name Devavrat ?

The baby name Devavrat is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced DAY-vuh-vraht (IPA: /ˈdeːvəvrət/).

Devavrat is Indian, Sanskrit in Origin.

Devavrat is a Sanskrit masculine name formed from deva “god, divine” and vrata “vow, sacred observance,” meaning “one devoted to divine vows” or “he of a godly vow.” The name evokes piety, self-discipline, and steadfast duty. In epic tradition, Devavrata is the birth name of Bhishma in the Mahabharata, whose legendary pledge of lifelong celibacy and service defines the name’s ethical resonance. Typical pronunciation in Indian English is deh-vuh-vrut.

Usage spans Hindu communities across India and Nepal, with enduring appeal due to its classical pedigree. Common variants and transliterations include Devavrata (classical), Devavrat (modern North Indian), Devavrath (South Indian), Devabrata and Debabrata (Bengali), and Devvrat (Hindi-influenced gemination). Short forms and nicknames include Dev and Vrat. The name’s association with principled resolve makes it popular among families seeking a traditional, virtue-centered choice with clear Sanskrit roots.

⚙ Devavrat is a genuine rarity. We hold just 6 recorded uses of it, from 4 countries.