Krishna
Meaning of Krishna
The name Krishna, pronounced as KRISH-nuh (/ˈkrɪʃnə/), has its origins in Sanskrit and is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology. It is a unisex name, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls. Krishna is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism, known as the eighth incarnation of the god Vishnu. The name symbolizes love, compassion, and divine joy. Variations of the name include Krisna and Krishan. In the United States, Krishna has maintained a modest but steady presence among newborns over the decades. For example, in 2023, it was given to 53 babies, ranking at 2500th place. Its popularity peaked in earlier years with higher occurrences such as 85 in 2007 when it ranked 1740th. The name Krishna carries a rich cultural significance and timeless appeal that transcends generations and geographical boundaries.
Pronunciation
Sanskrit
- Pronunced as KRISH-nuh (/ˈkrɪʃnə/)
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Notable People Named Krishna
| Krishna Shah was a versatile Indian-American/Gujarati film and theatre director, screenwriter, playwright, producer, and production/distribution executive. |
| Krishna Das is an American vocalist renowned for his performances of Hindu devotional music, or kirtan, and has released seventeen albums since 1996. |
| Krishna Venta was an American cult leader who founded the WKFL - Fountain of the World cult in Simi Valley, California in the 1940s and 1950s. |
| Krishna Kaur Khalsa, originally known as Thelma Oliver, is an American Kundalini Yoga teacher who transitioned from a career in entertainment to empowering others through yoga. |
| Krishna Mohan Banerjee was a 19th-century Indian thinker who reimagined Hindu philosophy and religion in response to Christian ideas, eventually becoming a Christian and playing a key role in the Bengal Christian Association. |
| Krishna Vaughn Shenoy was an esteemed American neuroscientist and neuroengineer known for his work on brain-computer interfaces at Stanford University. |
| Krishna Kumari Kohli, also known as Kishoo Bai, is a Pakistani politician and the second Hindu woman to become a member of the Senate of Pakistan, recognized for her advocacy for women's rights and against bonded labor. |
| Lieutenant-General Sir Krishna Shumsher Jung Bahadur Rana was a Nepalese diplomat who served as the Nepalese Ambassador to the United Kingdom from 1935 to 1939. |
| Krishna Bose was a prominent Indian politician, educator, author, and social worker who served as a Member of Parliament from the Jadavpur constituency in West Bengal. |
| Krishna Balagita, also known as Krishna, is a Jakarta-born musician, arranger, and composer who gained popularity through his own creations with the well-known Indonesian band Ada Band. |
| Krishna, an Indian politician and former speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly, was a member of the Janata Dal (Secular) from Karnataka, born in Kothamaranahally village and passed away on May 21, 2021 in Mysore, Karnataka. |
| Krishna Srinivas (1913–2007) was an Indian writer of English literature, renowned for his spiritualistic poems and honored with the Padma Bhushan award in 2004. |
| Pasupuleti Venkata Bangarraju, also known as Krishna Vamsi, is a renowned Indian film director, producer, and choreographer recognized for his contributions to Telugu cinema, with multiple prestigious awards to his name. |
| Krishna Nagar is an accomplished Indian para-badminton player from Rajasthan, who achieved the world number 2 ranking in para-badminton men's Singles SH6 and secured a gold medal at the 2020 Summer Paralympics. |
| Krishna Prasad Garaga is an accomplished Indian badminton player, known for his gold medal win at the 2019 South Asian Games and his contribution to India's 2022 Thomas Cup victory. |
