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Agni vs Devadatta

AgniDevadatta
Meaning Fire god-given
Origin sanskrit sanskrit
Gender Boy Boy
Pronunciation UG-nee day-vah-DUT-tah
Syllables 2 4

What does Agni mean?

Sanskrit for 'fire' and the name of the Vedic Hindu fire god, who carries sacrificial offerings to the gods. The word is cognate with Latin 'ignis'.

What does Devadatta mean?

From Sanskrit deva 'god' + datta 'given' (past participle of da 'to give') — 'god-given' or 'given by the gods'. A 'gift of God' name expressed as an act of giving.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Agni and Devadatta?

Agni means Fire (sanskrit origin), while Devadatta means god-given (sanskrit origin).