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Krishna Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "krishna" is "the dark one", and is used often for "both boys and girls".

Name
krishna
Meaning
the dark one
Pronunciation
krihsh-nah
Used for
both boys and girls
Syllables
2

Krishna Name Details

Krishna is a popular name of Hindu origin. It is most commonly associated with Lord Krishna, who is considered a deity in Hinduism and worshipped as the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. In Hindu mythology, Krishna is portrayed as a divine hero, cowherd, and prankster. The name Krishna is also commonly used as a given name for boys and girls in India and other South Asian countries.

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