Krishnan

Krishnan Meaning & Origin

About Krishnan
The name "Krishnan" is of Indian origin and is derived from the Sanskrit word "Krishna," which means "black" or "dark." In Hindu mythology, Krishna is a deity known for his divine qualities and is considered an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The name "Krishnan" is commonly used as a surname in South India, particularly among Tamil-speaking communities. It signifies a connection to Lord Krishna and is often associated with qualities such as strength, wisdom, and devotion.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Krishnan are male.

Krishnan Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has remained the same by 0% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
KRXNN
🗽 NYSIIS
CASA
🔊 Soundex
K6020505
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
K R IH1 SH N AH0 N
🌐 IPA
/ˈkrɪʃnən/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('KRXNN', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
K625

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Krishnan in Braille

Here's how to represent Krishnan in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Krishnan in braille

How to Spell the Name Krishnan in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Krishnan using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Krishnan in sign language

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