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Devaki

Devaki (name) means a figure in Hindu scripture, the mother of Krishna. Example: “The story of Devaki and her son Krishna is central to the Bhagavata Purana.”

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A figure in Hindu scripture, the mother of Krishna.

"The story of Devaki and her son Krishna is central to the Bhagavata Purana."

How to use Devaki

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In plain EnglishA name from Hindu mythology, also used as a given name.

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Etymology

From Sanskrit Devakī.

Origin: Sanskrit

Rhymes for Devaki

Aki maki raki saki Zaki khaki Araki Ozaki Iwaki Janaki Sasaki Misaki

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Devaki” mean?

The word “Devaki” means a figure in Hindu scripture, the mother of Krishna. In plain terms, a name from Hindu mythology, also used as a given name.

How do you use “Devaki” in a sentence?

Here is “Devaki” used in a sentence: “The story of Devaki and her son Krishna is central to the Bhagavata Purana.”

What part of speech is “Devaki”?

“Devaki” is a name.

Where does the word “Devaki” come from?

The word “Devaki” comes from Sanskrit.

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