Devi
Devi: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdeɪvi/ · /ˈd̪eːvi/
Meaning and origin of Devi
- A female given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit देवी (devī́, “goddess, female deity”).
How popular is Devi?
Since 1880, 1,016 girls in the U.S. have been named Devi. Its highest rank for girls was #3139 in 2025. In 2025, 51 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Devi
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Devi
Sister and brother names that share Devi's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Devi FAQ
What does the name Devi mean?
A female given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit देवी (devī́, “goddess, female deity”).
What is the origin of the name Devi?
Devi is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Devi?
Since 1880, 1,016 girls in the U.S. have been named Devi. Its highest rank for girls was #3139 in 2025. In 2025, 51 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Devi a boy or girl name?
Devi is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,016 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.