DevorgillfLiterature Anglicized form of Derbforgaill used by Lady Gregory in 'Cuchulain of Muirthemne' (1902), her translation of the Ulster Cycle of Irish mythology... [more]
DevotafHistory (Ecclesiastical), Ligurian Saint Devota (died ca. 303 AD) is the patron saint of Corsica and Monaco. She is sometimes identified with another Corsican saint named Julia, who was described in Latin as Deo devota ("devoted to God")... [more]
DeweimChinese Means "of great principle" in Chinese.
DewenfChinese From the Chinese 德 (dé) meaning "heart, mind, morals, ethics, virtue" and 雯 (wén) meaning "cloud patterns".
DeweymLiterature Diminutive of Deuteronomy, the title of a Bible book meaning "the second law". This is the name od one of Donald Duck's nephews, who is always mentioned in the middle, between Huey and Louie.
Dewi SrifIndonesian Mythology From Indonesian dewi meaning "goddess", ultimately from Sanskrit देवी (devi), and sri, a title of respect derived from Sanskrit श्री (shri)... [more]
DewittmEnglish Derived from a Dutch surname that was originally written as De Witt (it is common for Dutch immigrants to an English-speaking country to write their surname as one 'word', to make it easier to write for the citizens of that particular English-speaking country), it literally means "the white one"... [more]
DewolfmAmerican (Rare) Transferred use of the surname Dewolf. Most notable bearer was American entertainer DeWolf Hopper (1858–1935), best known for his recitations of the famous poem 'Casey at the Bat' by ErnestThayer (1863–1940).
DexamenefGreek Mythology Means "reservoir, tank, receptacle" or "one who receives, one who is receptive", derived from Greek δέχομαι (dekhomai) meaning "to receive, accept". This is the name of one of the Nereids.
DexamenusmGreek Mythology Means "hospitable" in Greek. It is the name of three characters in Greek mythology.
DexandrosmAncient Greek The first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun δέξις (dexis) meaning "reception", which is ultimately derived from the Greek verb δέχομαι (dechomai) meaning "to take, to receive, to accept, to welcome"... [more]
DexaretafAncient Greek The first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun δέξις (dexis) meaning "reception", which is ultimately derived from the Greek verb δέχομαι (dechomai) meaning "to take, to receive, to accept, to welcome"... [more]
DexiafChinese From the Chinese 德 (dé) meaning "heart, mind, morals, ethics, virtue" and 霞 (xiá) meaning "rosy clouds".
Dexianf & mChinese From the Chinese 德 (dé) meaning "heart, mind, morals, ethics, virtue" and 娴 (xián) meaning "elegant, refined" or 宪 (xiàn) meaning "constitution, law".
DexiangfChinese From the Chinese 德 (dé) meaning "heart, mind, morals, ethics, virtue" and 香 (xiāng) meaning "fragrant, sweet smelling, incense".
DexiklesmAncient Greek The first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun δέξις (dexis) meaning "reception", which is ultimately derived from the Greek verb δέχομαι (dechomai) meaning "to take, to receive, to accept, to welcome"... [more]
DexileosmAncient Greek The first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun δέξις (dexis) meaning "reception", which is ultimately derived from the Greek verb δέχομαι (dechomai) meaning "to take, to receive, to accept, to welcome"... [more]
DexingfChinese From the Chinese 德 (dé) meaning "heart, mind, morals, virtue" and 幸 (xìng) meaning "luck, favour, fortunately".
DexiosmAncient Greek, Greek Mythology Derived from the Greek noun δέξις (dexis) meaning "reception", which is ultimately derived from the Greek verb δέχομαι (dechomai) meaning "to take, to receive, to accept, to welcome"... [more]
DexiphanesmAncient Greek Means "a welcome appearance" or "to appear welcoming", derived from Greek δέξις (dexis) meaning "reception", itself from δέχομαι (dekhomai) meaning "to accept, receive", and φάνης (phanes) meaning "appearing".
DexipposmAncient Greek Means "receiving horses" or "accepted by horses", derived from Greek δέξις (dexis) meaning "reception", itself from δέχομαι (dekhomai) meaning "to accept, receive", and ἵππος (hippos) meaning "horse".
DexippusmAncient Greek (Latinized) Latinized form of Dexippos. Bearers of this name include the Greek historian and statesman Publius Herennius Dexippus (3rd century AD) and a Greek Neoplatonist philosopher (4th century AD).
DexitheosmAncient Greek The first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun δέξις (dexis) meaning "reception", which is ultimately derived from the Greek verb δέχομαι (dechomai) meaning "to take, to receive, to accept, to welcome"... [more]
DeyaofChinese From the Chinese 德 (dé) meaning "heart, mind, morals, ethics, virtue" and 窈 (yǎo) meaning "obscure, secluded, refined".
Deyif & mChinese From the Chinese 德 (dé) meaning "heart, mind, morals, ethics, virtues" and 宜 (yí) meaning "suitable, right, proper" or 怡 (yí) meaning "happy, joyful, harmony, joy".
DeyingfChinese From the Chinese 德 (dé) meaning "heart, mind, morals, ethics, virtue" and 莹 (yíng) meaning "luster of gems, bright, lustrous".
DhabihullahmArabic The first element of this name is derived from Arabic ذبيحة (dhabiha) meaning "slaughtered animal, sacrificial victim" as well as "sacrifice, offering". The same word is also the name for the prescribed Islamic method of ritual slaughter of animals... [more]
DhalsimmPopular Culture The name of a character from the Street Fighter series of video games. According to Street Fighter II game director Akira Nishitani in a 1991 interview, it is derived from Dhalisma, the name of a martial artist from the 'India-Pakistan area'.
DhanalakshmifIndian From Dhana Lakshmi, one of the Ashta Lakshmi, a group of eight Hindu goddesses preside over wealth. Dhana Lakshmi presides over gold and financial wealth.
DharmawangsamHistory From Sanskrit धर्म (dharma) meaning "that which is established, law, duty, virtue" and वंश (vansa) meaning "lineage, family, race"... [more]
Dhat-badanfSemitic Mythology The name of an Himyarite nature goddess worshipped in Yemen, Somalia and Ethiopia, associated with the oasis, nature and the wet season. Etymology uncertain, it may mean "she of the wild goats".
Dhiënf & mIndonesian, Acehnese Derived from Acehnese diën meaning "lamp, candle" (see Dian). A notable bearer was Cut Nyak Dhien (1848-1908), an Acehnese revolutionary who fought against the Dutch.
DhisanafHinduism Etymology unknown. This is the name of a Hindu goddess of prosperity associated with the soma vessel, knowledge, intelligence and speech as well as celestial bodies.
DhiskomAlbanian Albanian diminutive of given name Dionisis (Διονύσης in Greek). Mostly given to Albanians born in Greece
Dhondupm & fTibetan From Tibetan དོན་གྲུབ (don 'grub) meaning "one who has accomplished a goal", derived from དོན (don) meaning "object, purpose, goal" and གྲུབ ('grub) meaning "accomplish, achieve, fufill"... [more]
DhrishtadyumnamHinduism Means "the courageous and splendid one" in Sanskrit. In the Hindu epic the Mahabharata this is the name of the son of King Drupada of Panchala and the twin brother of Draupadi (the epic's lead female character).
Dhrishtif & mIndian MEANING - bold, daring, courage. It should not be confused with name Drishti दृष्टि ... [more]
DhritifNepali Meaning "She Who Has Courage and Patience".
DhritifIndian Dhriti is another name for Goddess Lakshmi. Dhriti represents courage, steadiness, patience and determination of Goddess Lakshmi. She is said to imbibe silent determination and focus on her devotees.
DhritifHinduism The name means embodiment of virtue and patience and is another moniker for Goddess Lakshmi.
DhritifSanskrit Dhriti is one of the 24 emanations of Lakshmi who accompanies Narayana. According to Pancaratra tradition, Dhriti pairs with Vishnu, forming the fifth celestial couple. In simpler terms, Dhriti represents resilience and strength, and she is the counterpart of Vishnu in the divine realm.
DhritifIndian Dhriti reflects the steadfastness and patience of Goddess Lakshmi, bringing strength and stability.
DhrtifJainism The name of the Goddess Lakshmi residing over the padmahrada (big lotus-island)
DhruthifIndian Dhruthi is considered an aspect of Goddess Lakshmi, representing her courageous and bold qualities. Dhruthi can be associated with the Goddess Lakshmi. The word Dhruthi/ Dhruti is mentioned in Lakshmi Sahasranama two times.
DhrutifIndian Goddess Lakshmi is referred to as Dhruti in Lakshmi Sahasranama because she is the embodiment of perseverance, steadfastness, and endurance. She is the one who gives us the strength to overcome challenges and obstacles, and to achieve our goals.... [more]
DhrutifHinduism Dhruti means Goddess Lakshmi, representing her courageous and bold qualities in Lakshmi Sahasranamas. Dhruti is associated with the Goddess Lakshmi. The word Dhruti is mentioned 2 times in Lakshmi Sahasranama.
DhrutifSanskrit Dhruti is a name for Goddess Lakshmi which represents her courage, steadiness, patience and determination. ... [more]
DhrutifSanskrit Dhruti is one of the 24 emanations of Lakshmi who accompanies Narayana. According to Pancaratra tradition of Vaishnavas, Dhruti pairs with Vishnu, forming the fifth celestial couple. In simpler terms, Dhruti represents resilience and strength, and she is the counterpart of Vishnu in the divine realm.
DhrutishafIndian The name Dhruti means Goddess Lakshmi and Isha means Goddess Parvati
DhrutishafIndian Dhrutisha means Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Parvati. Dhrutisha is made of two words, Dhruti and Isha. Dhruti means Goddess lakshmi, used to describe the quality of courage and patience of Goddess Lakshmi in Lakshmi Sahasras... [more]
Dhu al-KiflmArabic Means "possessor of the fold" from Arabic ذو (dhu) meaning "possessor, owner" and كفل (kafil) meaning "fold, double, duplicate". In Islamic tradition this is the name of a prophet commonly identified as Ezekiel.
Dhu al-QarnaynmJudeo-Christian-Islamic Legend Means "possessor of the two horns" from Arabic ذو ال (dhu al) meaning "possessor of the, owner of the" combined with قرنين (qarnayn) meaning "(two) horns". This is the name of a mythological king mentioned in the Qur'an who has been likened to Alexander the Great and other historical rulers.
DiablomObscure, Popular Culture Means "devil" in Spanish. Diablo Cody is the pen name of American writer Brook Busey (1978-). There is also a Marvel supervillain named Diablo.
Diaboliquef & mEnglish (American, Rare), Obscure Means "diabolic" in French, from the title of a 1996 movie. This was given to 8 girls and 7 boys born in the United States in 1996, and to 6 girls born in the U.S. in 1997.