Harikrishnan
Harikrishnan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Malayalam and Tamil origin, meaning “Krishna, who is Hari”.
| Meaning | Krishna, who is Hari |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Malayalam and Tamil |
| Written as | ഹരികൃഷ്ണൻ |
| Pronunciation | huh-ree-KRISH-nun |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Harikrishnan
Harikrishnan is the South Indian form of Harikrishna, joining Hari, a name of Vishnu, and Krishna, his eighth avatar. The final -n is the usual masculine ending in Malayalam and Tamil names. It is especially common in Kerala, where devotion to Krishna at temples such as Guruvayur is strong. The name essentially doubles the reference to the same god.
Is Harikrishnan a Hindu name?
A Hindu name devoted to Krishna as an avatar of Vishnu; popular among Krishna devotees in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
How popular is Harikrishnan?
Common in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Harikrishnan mean?
Harikrishnan means 'Krishna, who is Hari'. It is of Sanskrit, via Malayalam and Tamil origin.
Is Harikrishnan a Hindu name?
A Hindu name devoted to Krishna as an avatar of Vishnu; popular among Krishna devotees in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
How do you pronounce Harikrishnan?
Harikrishnan is pronounced huh-ree-KRISH-nun.
Is Harikrishnan a boy or girl name?
Harikrishnan is usually a boy name.