Krishan
Krishan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Hindi/Punjabi origin, meaning “Krishna; dark”.
| Meaning | Krishna; dark |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Hindi/Punjabi |
| Written as | कृष्ण |
| Pronunciation | KRISH-un |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Krishan
Krishan is the North Indian pronunciation of Krishna, from the Sanskrit word for dark or black, describing the god's dark complexion. The spelling is common in Punjab, Haryana and Delhi, and in compounds such as Krishan Kumar or Krishan Lal. It sits between the formal Krishna and the more colloquial Kishan.
Is Krishan a Hindu name?
The name honours Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu and the teacher of the Bhagavad Gita.
How popular is Krishan?
Common in North India, particularly among older generations.
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Spellings and variants of Krishan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Krishan mean?
Krishan means 'Krishna; dark'. It is of Sanskrit, via Hindi/Punjabi origin.
Is Krishan a Hindu name?
The name honours Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu and the teacher of the Bhagavad Gita.
How do you pronounce Krishan?
Krishan is pronounced KRISH-un.
Is Krishan a boy or girl name?
Krishan is usually a boy name.