Dev Desai Name Origin
/DEV deh-SAI/-
Indian (South Asian) 70%
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Fijian (Indo-Fijian) 20%
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Kenyan (South Asian) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Dev
- Last Name: Desai
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Male
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Name Origin
The name 'Dev' is of Sanskrit origin meaning 'god' or 'deity', common in India. 'Desai' is a surname of Indian origin, meaning 'land owner' or 'landlord', prevalent among Gujarati and other South Indian communities. The combination suggests Indian origin, especially Gujarati or broader South Indian roots.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Dev each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).