Krishan

“Dark, black” — Associated with the god Krishna from Hindu mythology

India origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8685US 2022

9Births / yr

↑Rising

401All-time births

📅 Since 197600

How to pronounce Krishan

KRISH·AHN

/ˈkrɪsh.ˈɑn/ · stress on KRISH · 2 syllables

“Dark, black”

Associated with the god Krishna from Hindu mythology · India origin

What does Krishan mean and where does it come from?

Krishan (कृष्ण) is a common name in India, derived from Sanskrit, and is closely associated with the god Krishna from Hindu mythology. Krishna is worshipped as an incarnation of Vishnu and is regarded as a major deity in Hinduism. The name has historical significance as it is traced back to ancient

Cultural significance

Krishan has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of dark, black.

Peak popularity

Reached #3460 in 1993 — currently #8685 in the US.

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How else can you spell Krishan?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Krishan?

Krishan works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Krishan Grace

How popular is Krishan right now?

Rising fast — up 1081 spots — currently #8685 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2022#8685 · Top 6.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#8685	9	▲ up 1081 · +29% births
2020	#9766	7	▲ up 1248 · +17% births
2015	#11014	6	▼ down 2655 · -33% births
2010	#8359	9	▼ down 2316 · -31% births
2005	#6043	13	▼ down 610
2000	#5433	13	▼ down 1911 · -32% births
1995	#3522	19	▲ up 2645 · +138% births
1990	#6167	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Krishan

Best Year1995Rank #3522

Peak Count19

Average Rank#7374

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20228 years

The story of Krishan

Krishan is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1976. With 401 total births recorded, Krishan remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6167 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8685 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Krishan in 1993:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Tyler

Krishan by decade

Krishan peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	27
1990s ★	145
2000s	133
2010s	84
2020s	7

💎Krishan has only 401 total recorded births since 1976 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Krishan?

Common

KriKrieKryIshan

What names sound and feel like Krishan?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Krishan also consider these

Krischan

Germanic · Christian, follower of

India · sacred or holy

Kishan

India · Lord Krishna

Rishan

India · meaning 'light' or

Srithan

India · Supreme consciousness

Nishan

India · a sign or

Common questions about the name Krishan

What does the name Krishan mean?

Krishan means "Dark, black" — a name rooted in India tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Krishan?

Krishan is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Krishan have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Krishan?

Krishan originates from India tradition. India names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Krishan?

Krishan is a two-syllable name pronounced K R IH1 S HH AA1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Krishan trending right now?

Krishan is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.