Kishan

Kishan: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Kishan

  • A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.

Etymology

From Sanskrit किशन (kiśana).

How popular is Kishan?

10U.S. babies in 2025
#1529peak rank (1997)
1,038babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,038 boys in the U.S. have been named Kishan. Its highest rank for boys was #1529 in 1997. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

1880192019602000202568 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Kishan FAQ

What does the name Kishan mean?

A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. From Sanskrit किशन (kiśana).

What is the origin of the name Kishan?

Kishan is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.

How popular is the name Kishan?

Since 1880, 1,038 boys in the U.S. have been named Kishan. Its highest rank for boys was #1529 in 1997. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Kishan a boy or girl name?

Kishan is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,038 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.