Krisha Girl

Popularity: #877 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KREE-sha //ˈkɹɪʃə//

Origin: Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning: Sanskrit: 'divine'; Hindi: 'a form of Krishna'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Krisha has its roots in the Sanskrit language, where it is derived from the word "Krishna," which means "dark" or "black." Krishna is a significant figure in Hindu mythology, revered as an avatar of the god Vishnu and celebrated for his role in the epic Mahabharata, particularly in the Bhagavad Gita, which dates back to around the 5th century BCE. The name Krishna itself has been used in various forms across different cultures and languages, evolving through transliterations into Greek and Latin before making its way into English.

The feminine form, Krisha, likely emerged as a modern adaptation, reflecting a trend in many cultures to feminize traditionally masculine names. Historically, the name Krishna has been associated with numerous saints and revered figures in Hinduism, contributing to its cultural significance.

The worship of Krishna dates back to ancient times, with texts and traditions surrounding him being integral to various sects within Hinduism. The name gained further prominence through the Bhakti movement, which emphasized personal devotion to deities, particularly during the medieval period in India.

This movement saw the proliferation of devotional literature and songs dedicated to Krishna, solidifying his place in the spiritual and cultural landscape of the region. Culturally, the name Krisha, while a modern variant, carries the weight of its historical and religious associations.

It evokes themes of love, divine playfulness, and the complexities of life, as embodied by Krishna's character in mythology. The name may also be linked to various artistic expressions, including dance, music, and festivals celebrating Krishna, such as Janmashtami, which commemorates his birth.

Thus, Krisha not only reflects linguistic evolution but also embodies a rich tapestry of cultural and spiritual significance that has endured through centuries.

Famous people named Krisha

In this section, you will find notable people named Krisha. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Krisha who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Krisha Fairchild is an actress best known for Krisha, The Last Exorcism, and The Last Exorcism Part II.

Krisha K. is a singer and songwriter best known for her work in the music industry and her contributions to various albums.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Krisha, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Krisha. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Krisha was first seen in the United States in 1964.

Krisha has ranked as high as #3584 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New Jersey, Illinois, and New York.

In the past 5 years the name Krisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Krisha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Krisha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Krisha.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 71 71
2024 91 91
2023 58 58
2022 80 80
2021 85 85
2020 85 85
2019 69 69
2018 71 71
2017 97 97
2016 87 87
2015 85 85
2014 75 75
2013 73 73
2012 84 84
2011 58 58
2010 66 66
2009 64 64
2008 53 53
2007 55 55
2006 53 53
2005 52 52
2004 40 40
2003 26 26
2002 28 28
2001 15 15
2000 11 11
1999 6 6
1998 13 13
1997 15 15
1996 24 24
1995 26 26
1994 22 22
1993 25 25
1992 21 21
1991 27 27
1990 28 28
1989 33 33
1988 22 22
1987 29 29
1986 28 28
1985 24 24
1984 24 24
1983 26 26
1982 27 27
1981 48 48
1980 37 37
1979 26 26
1978 57 57
1977 55 55
1976 32 32
1975 50 50
1974 44 44
1973 18 18
1972 17 17
1971 18 18
1970 15 15
1969 9 9
1968 6 6
1967 5 5
1966 6 6
1965 8 8
1964 8 8

Top States for Krisha (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 15
28%
CA 15
28%
OH 7
13%
NJ 6
11%
NY 5
9%
WA 5
9%