Sahdev
Meaningone of the Pandava brothers · Sanskrit
Sahdev is an Indian boy name meaning “one of the Pandava brothers”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Word funSahdev doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Sahdev would score 13 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Sahdev
Sahdev is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “one of the Pandava brothers”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Sahdev at school.
Origin:Indian names
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Questions about the name Sahdev
What does the name Sahdev mean?
Sahdev means “one of the Pandava brothers” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Nakul (“one of the Pandava brothers”).
What is the origin of the name Sahdev?
Sahdev is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Sahdev a boy or girl name?
Sahdev is a boy name.
What names are similar to Sahdev?
If you like Sahdev, you might also like Nakul.
What should I know before naming my baby Sahdev?
Sahdev is an Indian boy name meaning “one of the Pandava brothers”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.