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Krishan

♂ Boy

Pronounced KRISH-an /ˈkrɪʃ.ən/Medium

Meaning: Krishan is a form of Krishna, the beloved Hindu deity, from the Sanskrit for 'dark; black,' understood devotionally as 'the all-attractive one.' We note this respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A form of Krishna: Krishan honors the beloved Hindu deity (said 'KRISH-an'). Rooted in devotion.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningKrishan is a form of Krishna, the beloved Hindu deity, from the Sanskrit for 'dark; black,' understood devotionally as 'the all-attractive one.' We note this respectfully.
U.S. rank (2022)#8685 ↗ Rising
2022 U.S. births9 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2002
Total births (all-time)≈ 410

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200419762022

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Krishan is a form of Krishna, the beloved Hindu deity ('dark; black; all-attractive'). We note this devotional meaning respectfully - rare in the U.S. (said 'KRISH-an').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, devotional, and rooted.

Did you know? Krishan is a form of Krishna, the beloved Hindu deity, from the Sanskrit for 'dark; black' and understood devotionally as 'the all-attractive one,' which we note respectfully (said 'KRISH-an').
Overall data confidence 50%
References - Krishan — form of Krishna; Hindu deity

Variations

KrishnaKishanKrishen

Nicknames

KrishKris

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Krishan mean?

Krishan is a form of Krishna, the beloved Hindu deity, from Sanskrit for 'dark; black; all-attractive.'

How do you pronounce Krishan?

It's said KRISH-an /ˈkrɪʃ.ən/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Krishan a boy or girl name?

Krishan is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Krishan?

Krishan is a rare name in the U.S.

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