Krishna Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKRISH-nuh / ˈkrɪʃ.nəSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'dark' or 'black'; Hindi: 'the all-attractive one'
Historical & Cultural Background
Krishna is a major deity in Hinduism, revered as the eighth avatar of the god Vishnu. He is often depicted as a young boy playing the flute or as a divine lover. The stories of Krishna's life are central to various texts, including the Mahabharata and the Bhagavata Purana. His teachings in the Bhagavad Gita emphasize duty and righteousness.
Trend Summary
Krishna has maintained a steady presence in baby name popularity in the U.S., often reflecting cultural diversity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Krish
- Krishnaa
International Variants
- Cristiano (Italian)
- Cristian (Spanish)
- Kris (English)
Famous people named Krishna
Krishna Das is a renowned American singer known for his devotional music and kirtan performances.
Krishna Menon was an Indian politician and diplomat who served as India's Minister of Defence.
Krishna Kumar is a prominent Indian educationist and author recognized for his contributions to educational reform.
Krishna Shroff is an Indian entrepreneur and fitness enthusiast, known for her work in the fitness industry.
Fictional characters named Krishna
Krishna is a central character in the Indian epic Mahabharata, known for his wisdom and guidance.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Krishna was first seen in the United States in 1957. Krishna has ranked as high as #1303 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Krishna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Krishna (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 27 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 31 |
| 1997 | 47 |
| 1998 | 51 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 43 |
| 2001 | 57 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 65 |
| 2004 | 78 |
| 2005 | 59 |
| 2006 | 71 |
| 2007 | 85 |
| 2008 | 70 |
| 2009 | 74 |
| 2010 | 66 |
| 2011 | 69 |
| 2012 | 79 |
| 2013 | 64 |
| 2014 | 67 |
| 2015 | 68 |
| 2016 | 73 |
| 2017 | 75 |
| 2018 | 64 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 54 |
| 2023 | 53 |
| 2024 | 58 |