Baladeva
pronounced /Ba-la-de-va/
God of strength from Sanskrit बल (bala) meaning strength combined with देव (deva) meaning god. Baladeva (also called Balarama) is the name of the older brother of the Hindu god Krishna.
About the name
Baladeva is a traditional Hinduism boy name meaning 'God of strength from Sanskrit बल (bala) meaning strength combined with देव (deva) meaning god. Baladeva (also called Balarama) is the name of the older brother of the Hindu god Krishna'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baladeva
- What is the meaning of the name Baladeva?
- Baladeva means "God of strength from Sanskrit बल (bala) meaning strength combined with देव (deva) meaning god. Baladeva (also called Balarama) is the name of the older brother of the Hindu god Krishna.". It is a traditional boy name of Hinduism origin.
- What is the Rashi (zodiac sign) for Baladeva?
- The Rashi (zodiac sign) for Baladeva is Vrishabha.
- What is the Nakshatra and Pada for Baladeva?
- The Nakshatra for Baladeva is Rohini.
- How is Baladeva written in Hindi and Gujarati scripts?
- हिन्दी (Devanagari): बलदेव · ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): બલદેવ
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