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Devadatta vs Varuna

DevadattaVaruna
Meaning god-given God of the waters
Origin sanskrit sanskrit
Gender Boy Boy
Pronunciation day-vah-DUT-tah vuh-ROO-nah
Syllables 4 3

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.

What does Varuna mean?

In Vedic Hinduism Varuna is the deity of the waters, oceans, rivers and the celestial waters. The name is Sanskrit; later tradition firmly associates him with the sea and all water.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Devadatta and Varuna?

Devadatta means god-given (sanskrit origin), while Varuna means God of the waters (sanskrit origin).