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Murari

♂ Boy

How to Pronounce Murari

Pronounced moo-RAH-ree /muˈrɑː.ri/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit Murari, 'enemy of the demon Mura' — a name of Krishna in Hindu tradition. Noted respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A Sanskrit name of Krishna: Murari means 'enemy of the demon Mura' (said 'moo-RAH-ree'). Devotional and warm.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningFrom the Sanskrit Murari, 'enemy of the demon Mura' — a name of Krishna in Hindu tradition. Noted respectfully.
U.S. rank (2017)#13630 ↘ Falling
2017 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2015
Total births (all-time)≈ 17
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Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201520152017

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

Murari is Sanskrit for 'enemy of the demon Mura,' a name of Krishna. It is noted here respectfully as a devotional name — rare in the U.S. (said 'moo-RAH-ree').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., mostly in Hindu families. Rare, devotional, and warm.

Did you know? Murari is a name of Krishna — 'enemy of the demon Mura' — a devotional Sanskrit name carried in Hindu tradition (said 'moo-RAH-ree').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Murari — Sanskrit Murari; name of Krishna

Variations

MuraliMurarilalMurar

Nicknames

MuraRari

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Murari mean?

Murari is Sanskrit for 'enemy of the demon Mura' — a name of Krishna.

How do you pronounce Murari?

It's said moo-RAH-ree /muˈrɑː.ri/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Murari a boy or girl name?

Murari is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Murari?

Murari is rare in the U.S.

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