726 Baby Names That Mean Divine

Heavenly names for your angelic child.

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• Sep 19, 2023

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The practice of naming babies after divine attributes or deities holds deep historical, cultural, and traditional significance across various civilizations. Baby names meaning divine carry a profound spiritual weight and often serve to invoke protection upon the newborn. These names may also be chosen for the qualities they embody such as wisdom, patience, strength, love, uniqueness, compassion, piety, or purity.

Baby names, meaning divine, have more than one positive connotation. Divine could mean ‘of or like God,’ ‘blessed by God,’ or ‘very pleasing and delightful'. Historically, naming babies with divine-inspired names can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as Rome, Greece, Africa, and Asia.

In ancient Egypt, divine names were believed to bestow the child with qualities associated with the deity they are named after. Such names were used during ritualistic practices from birth to death and were believed to protect the child’s mortal and immortal journey (1).

Similarly, the Greeks, the Vikings, and the Romans derived from the names of mythical immortals as a means to bless the child with wisdom and strength. In several African cultures, names that denoted the presence of divine grace carried the historical narratives of cultural heritage and ancestry.

In Indian culture, the practice of choosing follows the Hindu tradition. It uses multiple references right from astrological signs and nakshatras, to names of gods and goddesses, and divine scriptures.

Additionally, the role of religion is also significantly visible in naming practices across the globe. Names like Davina and Dyann from Christianity and Nourin and Yezda from Islam denote that one is blessed with the light of the divine. Thus these names may be considered to motivate your child towards righteous behavior.

Below is our meticulous collection of beautiful baby names meaning divine. The idyllic baby names you see here are filled with outward charm and will age really well. We’re sure you’ll find at least one or two names that will lift you to another realm.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Deshik	Boy	Guru; Spiritual leader; One who guides us in divine path
Deus	Girl	God or divine
Dev	Unisex	Divine; God-like
Deva	Unisex	Celestial Spirit; Divine and spiritual being
Devabodh	Boy	With Divine Knowledge; Religious Wisdom
Devachand	Boy	A bright and divine necklace; Ornament of god
Devadeep	Boy	Lamp of the Gods; God's Light; Divine Light; Flame of God
Devagarbh	Boy	A Divine Child; Religious and Pious Offspring
Devagyan	Boy	A Divine Song; Spiritual knowledge; Religious Wisdom
Devahridhay	Boy	Divine heart; Pious and sacred soul

Devain	Boy	Religious; Pious; Sacred; Holy; Divine; Spiritual
Devaj	Unisex	Divine, heavenly, god-like
Devakalpa	Boy	God-like; Religious; Divine
Devaki	Unisex	Divine, Motherly, Auspicious
Deval	Unisex	Divinely powerful; God-like
Devam	Unisex	Eternal or divine essence
Devamsh	Boy	Part of god; One who is considered part of the divine lord
Devan	Boy	Divine; Divinity or like a God
Devana	Boy	Religious; Pious; Sacred; Holy; Divine; Spiritual
Devanaman	Boy	Divine Joy; Sacred name of God; Pious and Religious Person

Devanesan	Boy	Religious; Pious; Sacred; Holy; Divine; Spiritual
Devang	Girl	Divine, virtuous, enlightened
Devani	Unisex	Goddess-like or divine
Devanie	Girl	Beloved; Divine; Heavenly
Devansh	Girl	Divine, part of God, manifestation
Devansha	Boy	Eternal Part of God; Aura of God; Divine Light of God
Devanshi	Girl	Divine; Divine power
Devany	Unisex	Divine; Heavenly; From heaven
Devapad	Boy	The Feet of the God; Divine Feet
Devapuspa	Boy	King of Devdas; Indra; Flower of the Gods; Divine Flowers

Devaram	Boy	Name of a Divine Scripture; Divine verses in praise of Lord Shiva
Devarsh	Boy	Divine seer; Gifted with divine insight
Devasur	Boy	A divine hero; Warrior of god
Devaughn	Boy	Divine; Gifted individual
Devavidh	Boy	Knowing of the Gods; One who is religious and spiritual; Acquired Divine Knowledge
Deven	Unisex	Divine; Gift from God
Devena	Girl	Divine; Heavenly
Deveny	Unisex	Divine, determined, and resilient
Devi	Girl	Goddess, divine, divine power
Devik	Unisex	God-like; divine; celestial

Devika	Girl	Goddess or little divine one
Devina	Unisex	Divine, blessed, goddess-like
Devine	Unisex	Ox; Divine; Perfect
Devki	Girl	Goddess, divine, heavenly
Devkusum	Boy	Divine Flower; Flower of the Gods; Garland of the God
Devna	Girl	Godly; Divine
Devonna	Girl	Divine
Devonne	Unisex	Divine; God-like
Devprasad	Boy	One who has the divine favour; God's Blessings; Gift of God
Devram	Boy	Absorbed in Divine Needs; Virtuous; Spiritual and Religious Person

Devrath	Boy	Religious; Pious; Sacred; Holy; Divine; Spiritual
Devya	Boy	Divine Power; Spiritual Wisdom; Pious and Religious Knowledge
Devyani	Boy	Divine; Descendant of the gods
Devyansh	Boy	Part of God; Part of the Divine Light; Radiance and Luminance of God
Devyn	Unisex	Divine; Poet
Deyan	Boy	Divine, Gifted, Leader
Deyana	Girl	Divinely powerful; Heavenly power
Deyanira	Unisex	Powerful, radiant, divine
Dhaani	Unisex	Green, pure, divine
Dharmapala	Boy	One who is attracted by religion; Guardian of dharma; One who abides by the spiritual and divine rules

Dharmdas	Boy	Servant of Religion; One who is controlled by the Spiritual and Divine Rules
Dharmedra	Boy	Pure-souled; Righteous; One who abides by spiritual and divine rules
Dharmee	Boy	Religious; Pious; Sacred; Holy; Divine; Spiritual
Dharmic	Boy	Religious; Pious; Sacred; Holy; Divine; Spiritual
Dharmishtha	Boy	Wants Religion; One who abides by spiritual and divine rules
Dharmveer	Boy	Religious; Pious; Sacred; Holy; Divine; Spiritual
Dharshana	Boy	Religious; Pious; Sacred; Holy; Divine; Spiritual
Dhea	Girl	Divine; Goddess-like
Dheeksha	Girl	Initiation, dedication, divine grace
Dhev	Unisex	Divine or godlike

Dhivya	Unisex	Divine, divine nature or beauty
Diahann	Girl	Diana; a divine woman
Dian	Girl	Divine lady; Filled with beauty and brains
Diana	Girl	Divine; Goddesslike
Dianah	Girl	Divine; Heavenly; Illumination
Diane	Girl	Divine; Goddesslike
Diani	Unisex	Divine; Joyful; Caring
Dianna	Girl	Divine; Like a goddess
Dianora	Girl	A divine person; Advanced
Diantha	Girl	A beautiful flower of the skies; Divine huntress

Dibyansh	Boy	A variant of name Divyansh; Part of divine light; God's own divine
Dijana	Girl	Divine; Like a goddess
Dilliana	Girl	An idol of god; A divine sage
Dilveen	Boy	Divine; Spiritual; Religious; Pious; Sacred
Dinalee	Girl	A divine person; The advent of a heavenly figure
Dionne	Girl	Sacred wife of Zeus; Divine
Dionysius	Boy	God of Wine; Fertile; Touched by divinely
Dioselina	Girl	Divine; Heavenly
Diuin	Boy	A stable and firm person; Part of the divine
Diva	Girl	A divine person; Beloved and beautiful

Divaas	Boy	From Divine; Spiritual; Religious; Pious; Sacred
Divam	Boy	Pure; Divine; Spiritual; Pious; Religious
Divaym	Boy	Divine; Spiritual; Superhuman; Unique
Divia	Unisex	Heaven; Divine
Diviana	Unisex	Divine; Heavenly
Divin	Girl	Divine; Godly
Divina	Girl	Divine; Godlike
Divinity	Unisex	Supreme, divine essence
Divisha	Unisex	Gift of the divine; Goddess-like
Diviyani	Girl	Shukra's daughter; Part of the divine

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Baby names meaning divine not only reflect the family's religious beliefs and cultural heritage but also aim to invoke the blessings of mythological beings. They are assumed to act as the gateway that connects the early beings to the universal energy. The above-given names have been carefully picked due to their profound intention and purpose. In addition, it is also believed that assigning such names may encourage virtues such as wisdom, strength, love, and compassion in individuals. So go ahead and choose what best suits your child’s qualities.

Infographic: Heavenly Baby Names That Mean Divine

Baby names that mean divine are often derived from mythological, historical, and traditional stories. These names carry a profound spiritual significance and are considered to bless and protect the child. The following infographic contains a few unique and culturally revered names that mean divine from across the globe.

delightful names meaning divine for baby boys and girls (infographic)

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are there any gender-neutral names that mean ‘divine’?

Yes, there are plenty of unisex names that mean ‘divine.’ For example, the name Anukulika means ‘a divine messenger,’ while the name Caitanya means ‘to have a divine radiance.’

2. What is the origin of names that mean ‘divine’?

Names that mean divine have roots in various cultures and mythologies. Atlas, which means 'bearer of the heavens,' is a name from Greek mythology. In Hindu culture, the name Ashvani means son of the divine sun and Astha means 'trust in a divine entity.'

3. Are there any famous people or characters with names that mean ‘divine’?

Yes, there are some famous people with names that have relatable meanings to ‘divine.’ The name Astrid meaning 'divinely beautiful' is borne by the Danish film director Astrid Henning Jensen. Another name, Atlas, means 'bearer of the heavens.' Charles Atlas was an Italian bodybuilder who developed the renowned Dynamic Tension exercise program.

4. What are some combinations of names that mean ‘divine’ and other words, like ‘grace’ or ‘hope’?

Various names have meanings that combine divinity with other virtues like gracefulness or hope. For example, Aamin means 'one who is divine' and 'grace of God.' Amarachukwu and Ameen mean 'divine grace.' Ammerie is another name that means 'divine ruler.'

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