Krishan
Meaning of Krishan
Krishan is a traditional male name with origins in India. It is a variation of the popular Sanskrit name Krishna, which means "black" or "dark." In Hindu mythology, Krishna is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu and is considered a deity of love, compassion, and wisdom. The name Krishan has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States. Although it has not consistently ranked high on the list of popular baby names, it has seen a steady increase in usage over the past few decades. The pronunciation of Krishan is KRISH-uhn (/ˈkrɪʃən/).
Pronunciation
- Pronunced as KRISH-uhn (/ˈkrɪʃən/)
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Notable People Named Krishan
| Krishan Chander was a prolific Indian writer known for his Urdu and Hindi novels, short stories, and screenplays for Bollywood movies, with many of his works translated into multiple languages. |
| Krishan Lal Kaila (1932–2003) was an Indian geophysicist and seismologist known for his pioneering work in deep seismic soundings (DSS) and his extensive research on the tectonic regions of India. |
| Krishan Kumar Sharma "Rasik" is a renowned poet and writer in Hindi, Punjabi, English, and Urdu. |
| Krishan Bahadur Pathak is an Indian field hockey player known for his role as a goalkeeper on the Indian national team. |
| Krishan Hooda (1945–2020) was an Indian politician and member of the Haryana Legislative Assembly from 2009 to 2020, representing the Baroda Assembly constituency for the Indian National Congress. |
