Vasudev
Meaningfather of Krishna · Sanskrit
Vasudev is an Indian boy name meaning “father of Krishna”, 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 flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
Did you know?
- Word funVasudev starts and ends with the same letter, V. A neat little bookend.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Vasudev would score 14 points, thanks largely to the V (worth 4).
- GenerationVasudev peaked in 2015, which makes it a Gen Alpha name. The typical Vasudev you'd meet today is about 10 years old.
- HistoryVasudev first shows up in US birth records in 2010, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million boys, 2010–2025
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About the name Vasudev
Vasudev is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “father of Krishna”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Vasudev
What does the name Vasudev mean?
Vasudev means “father of Krishna” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Keshav (“long-haired, Krishna”), Madhav (“sweet as honey, Krishna”), Shyam (“dark, Krishna”) and Pradyumna (“son of Krishna”).
What is the origin of the name Vasudev?
Vasudev 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 Vasudev a boy or girl name?
Vasudev is a boy name.
How popular is the name Vasudev?
Vasudev is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2019. It peaked at #9,568 in 2015, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Vasudev?
If you like Vasudev, you might also like Keshav, Madhav, Shyam and Pradyumna.
What should I know before naming my baby Vasudev?
Vasudev is an Indian boy name meaning “father of Krishna”, 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 flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.