How to Pronounce Krishna
Krishna / KREE-shnuh /
The name Krishna is a Unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Black". It is pronounced KREE-shnuh.
Indian Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Krishna is a Indian name meaning "Black". Sanskrit; from the root *kṛṣ* (कृष्) meaning "to draw, attract," related to the color black (kṛṣṇa).
Quick Facts
Language Indian
Gender Unisex
Phonetic KREE-shnuh
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as KREE-shnuh. Keep the original Indian phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Krishna
- · Krishna Bharadwaj - Actor
- · Krishna Sobti - Author
- · Jiddu Krishnamurti - Philosopher
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Krishna?
- Krishna is pronounced KREE-shnuh.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Krishna?
- The correct pronunciation of Krishna is KREE-shnuh.
- Is Krishna a Indian name?
- Yes, Krishna is a Indian name meaning "Black".
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