79 Pious Boy Names That Mean Devotee

Discover the beauty of devotion and dedication with our beautiful names.

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Last Updated on Nov 13, 2024

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Choosing a name for a newborn is an incredibly significant and sometimes tough decision, often influenced by cultural traditions, family heritage, and personal preferences. However, baby boy names meaning devotee hold profound religious and spiritual connections and may impact identities and destinies.

The concept of devotion spans several contexts and centuries. It emanates a sense of unwavering dedication and deep commitment to religion and divinity. Naming a child after this quality will encourage them to be earnest in their pursuits. In this list, you may find names drawn from ancient languages such as the Indian names Das and Bhumanyu, mythology-inspired titles like Ajamila, translating to mean 'a devotee of Lord Vishnu' and Kalirathinam, a devotee of Goddess Kali, and modern interpretations like Dennis; however, all of these names carry an aura of reverence and spiritual faith.

By bestowing a name that embodies devotion, parents pay homage to this noble trait and set an aspiration for their child to embrace all forms of challenges, driven by a desire to excel in their pursuit. From the devout and renowned followers of various faiths, such as Mother Theresa and Swami Vivekananda, to the devoted scholars, artists, and leaders who have left indelible marks on human history, such as Mozart, and Nelson Mandela, the traits of devotion and commitment have been highly admired since generations.

This article draws inspiration from many languages and cultural backgrounds, presenting names celebrating devotion to deities, principles, and ideals. Each name mentioned in this list has been thoughtfully picked, considering its distinct connotation and cultural significance.

These names will help you understand the significance of choosing a name that epitomizes devotion. So, take your time and browse each name from the list with your partner, family, and friends to decide on the perfect name for your little bundle of joy.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Malcolm	Boy	A devotee of St. Columba
Dennison	Boy	Son of Dennis; Devotee of Dionysius
Vaishnav	Boy	Devotee of Lord Vishnu
Adiyan	Unisex	Godly; Devotee
Yatin	Boy	Ascetic; Devotee; Hermit
Denison	Boy	Son of Dennis; Devotee of Dionysus
Coyle	Unisex	Devotee of St Comgall; Leader in battle; Follows the battle
Achyutaraya	Boy	Worshiper of the Infallible; A Devotee of Vishnu
Araadhak	Boy	Worshipper; Devotee; Disciple; Follower
Aradhak	Boy	Worshipper; Devotee; Disciple; Follower

Archak	Boy	Worshipper; Devotee; Disciple; Follower
Asidhan	Boy	One of the names of Lord Vishnu and Shiva; Devotee of Saturn
Bagath	Boy	Devotee; To Serve; To Adore;
Bhagath	Boy	Devotee of God; Worshiper
Bhagatjeet	Boy	Devotee's victory; Worshiper's success
Bhagatmeet	Boy	Friend of God's devotee; One who is a companion of God's worship
Bhakt	Boy	Devotee of God; Worshiper
Bhakta	Boy	Devotee of God; Worshiper
Bhanudasa	Boy	A devotee of the Sun; One who adores and worships Sun God
Bhringi	Boy	Name of an ancient Saint who was a great devotee of Lord Shiva

Chandidaas	Boy	A saint; Devotee of Chendi Devi; A variant of Chandidas
Dass	Boy	Servant; Helper; Devotee
Devabhakta	Boy	Devotee of the Gods; Follower of God; Disciple of God
Gopaladasa	Boy	Servant of Lord Krishna; One who is a devotee of Lord Shri Krishna
Gopaldas	Boy	Servant of Lord Krishna; One who is a devotee of Lord Shri Krishna
Harbhagat	Boy	Devotee of God; Follower of God; Disciple of God
Harbhagwant	Boy	Dedicated devotee of God; Follower of God; Disciple of God
Haribhakta	Boy	Dedicated to Vishnu; A devotee of Lord Vishnu; A follower of Lord Vishnu
Harisaadh	Boy	Devotee of the Lord; One who worships Lord Vishnu
Jasbhagat	Boy	Devotee who Sings God's Praises; A Worshipper who adores God with his songs

Jashank	Boy	Cupid or Follower of Lord Shiva; Devotee of Lord Shiva; One who worships Lord Shiva
Kaliappan	Boy	Devotee of Goddess Kali; One who worships Goddess Kali
Kalipada	Boy	A Devotee of Goddess Kali; One who worships Goddess Kali
Kaliprasanna	Boy	One who pleases Goddess Kali; One who makes Goddess Kali happy; Devotee of Goddess Kali
Kalirathinam	Boy	A Devotee of Goddess Kali; One who worships Goddess Kali
Markanday	Boy	A Devotee of Lord Shiva; A Sage who Wrote Devi Mahatmyam
Markandeya	Boy	A Devotee of Lord Shiva; A Sage who Wrote Devi Mahatmyam
Preetam	Boy	Lover; Beloved; Dearmost; Devotee; Dearly-loved; Adored; Treasured; Sweet
Priyatma	Boy	Lover; Beloved; Dear most; Devotee; Dearly-loved; Adored; Treasured; Sweet
Rantidev	Boy	Devotee Of Narayana; Follower of Lord Narayana; One who worships Lord Vishnu

Zaahid	Boy	Ascetic; Abstemious; Devotee; Hermit
Abdukhdra	Boy	A servant of the devotee of God
Abdul-qadr	Boy	A devotee of God's servant
Aghaghna	Boy	A devotee to God who is righteous, dutiful, committed, loyal, pious, spiritual, faithful, and sincere
Ahupathi	Boy	Follower of prayer; A devotee
Ajamila	Boy	A devotee of Lord Vishnu
Algor	Boy	Lover; Devotee
Ambastha	Boy	Sound of running water; Devotee of the sky
Anandbhagat	Boy	One who enjoys being a devotee
Anantbhagat	Boy	A dedicated devotee

Atambhagat	Boy	A person who is a spiritual devotee
Bhagat	Boy	Devotee; Follower; Disciple
Bhagatveer	Boy	A brave devotee of God
Bhanudas	Boy	a devotee of the sun
Bhawanidas	Boy	devotee of Durga
Bhumanyu	Boy	One who is Accepted by All; Devotee of the Earth; Grandson of Dushyant
Brahmapri	Boy	Devotee of Lord Brahma
Brahmbhagat	Boy	Devotee of the Lord
Brahmlok	Boy	Devotee of God
Chandidas	Boy	Devotee of Devi

Chandipati	Boy	A Saint; devotee of Goddess
Cibba	Boy	A considerate, responsible devotee
Durgadas	Boy	A servant; The devotee of Durga
Durgadasa	Boy	A devotee of Goddess Durga
Gurbhagat	Boy	Devotee of the guru
Hanumant	Boy	Devotee of Lord Rama
Haraye	Boy	Godman, Devotee of God
Haridoss	Boy	Devotee of lord Krishna
Kagola	Boy	A devotee of a great sage
Kalicharan	Boy	Devotee of the Goddes Kali

Kaliranjan	Boy	Devotee to Goddes Kali
Macmillan	Boy	Son of Maolan; Devotee; Servant
Malchom	Boy	A servant or devotee of Saint Columbia
Melville	Boy	Bad town; Devotee of (Saint) Michael
Namit	Boy	Bowed; Bent down; Humble; Modest; Devotee; Servant
Namith	Boy	Bowed; Bent down; Humble; Modest; Devotee; Servant
Pribhakta	Boy	A devotee that is the most loved
Surajit	Boy	Victorious devotee
Yokanathan	Boy	Devotee

Selecting a baby boy name, meaning devotee for your little man, may create a sense of connection or reverence towards their spiritual or religious tradition. It could serve as a reminder of the values and principles associated with devotion. Such names could also inspire your little one to stay ardent and devoted to their path in life and follow it with utmost dedication. So, review each name from the list above to choose the most fitting option for your baby boy.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some cultural or religious backgrounds that commonly use baby names that mean devotee?

Several cultural and religious backgrounds use baby names that signify a devotee. Some names like Gopinatha in Hinduism, names of the Twelve Apostles like Peter, John, Thomas, James, and Simon, etc. in Christianity, and the names consisting of the root word Abdullah (servant of Allah) in Islam are some of the commonly known baby names that reflect the meaning of devotee.

2. Do baby boy names that mean devotee tend to have a positive impact on a child's spiritual or religious development?

A name with a religious or spiritual meaning such as devotee may create a sense of connection or reverence towards a particular spiritual or religious tradition. It could serve as a reminder of the values and principles associated with devotion. However, the impact of the name itself is typically minimal compared to the broader context of the child's upbringing and environment.

3. Are there any gender-neutral baby names that mean devotee, or are they mostly used for boys?

Bhakti is a gender-neutral baby name that means ‘devotee.’ Bhakti is a word from Sanskrit that means attachment, love, and devotion. It is also the name of the connected movement in Hinduism and refers to the idea of emotional attachment to a particular god or spiritual thought.

4. What is the name of devotees of Vishnu?

Hindus generally refer to followers of Lord Vishnu as Vaishnavas or Bhaktas of Vishnu. The word Vaishnava derives from the Sanskrit word Vishnu, which represents the protector of the Hindu Trimurti or the trinity of gods.

Infographic: Pure Baby Boy Names That Mean Devotee

Baby boy names that mean devotee can help you feel connected to a specific spiritual or religious tradition. It may remind you of why devotion is essential to you. This kind of name can also encourage your baby boy to stick to his chosen path in life with dedication. If you are fond of names that emanate such radiant grace, check out this infographic, where we have presented some of the most charming baby boy names that mean 'devotee.'

Divine Baby Boy Names That Mean Devotee (infographic)

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