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Krishna

Krishna is a boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning Dark, black" - the eighth avatar of Vishnu.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginSanskrit
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#1,763

What does Krishna mean?

Dark, black" - the eighth avatar of Vishnu

How popular is Krishna?

Krishna has been given to 3,911 babies in the United States since 1957, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 28,947 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Krishna per year in the United States, 1957–2020. Source: Social Security Administration
3,911 Babies named since 1957
2000s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Krishna

What does the name Krishna mean?

Krishna means Dark, black" - the eighth avatar of Vishnu. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Krishna a boy's or a girl's name?

Krishna is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Krishna?

Krishna has been given to 3,911 babies in the United States since 1957, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.