Devani

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Devani Pronunciation

Devani is pronounced deh-VAH-nee /dɛˈvɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit devi/devani, 'goddess, divine' — a melodic feminine formMedium

In 30 seconds: Divine and melodic: Devani draws on Sanskrit devi, 'goddess' — graceful, reverent, and softly musical. A name with the sacred at its root.

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Origin MediumSanskrit, Indian

MeaningFrom Sanskrit devi/devani, 'goddess, divine' — a melodic feminine form

U.S. rank (2024)#4049 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births36 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 469

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Devani is a Sanskrit-derived name from devi, 'goddess, divine', with a melodic feminine ending. It carries the reverence of the devi tradition into modern use.

In the U.S. it appears in Indian families. Rare, goddess at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Devi — 'goddess' — is among the most revered words in Sanskrit; Devani extends it into a flowing, feminine given name.

Overall data confidence 70%

Sanskrit references — devi — root meaning

Variations

DeviDevanieDevyani

Nicknames

DevDevi

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Devani?

Devani is pronounced deh-VAH-nee (/dɛˈvɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Devani said aloud.

How do you say Devani?

Devani is said deh-VAH-nee (/dɛˈvɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Devani said aloud.

What does the name Devani mean?

Devani is from Sanskrit devi, 'goddess, divine'.

Is Devani a boy or girl name?

Devani is a girl's name.

How popular is Devani?

Devani is a rare name in the U.S.