What Does the Name Baladeva Mean
The name Baladeva comes from Hinduism roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Baladeva below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Baladeva Name Meaning
HinduismMeans "god of strength" from Sanskrit बल (bala) meaning "strength" combined with देव (deva) meaning "god". Baladeva (also called Balarama) is the name of the older brother of the Hindu god Krishna.
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