Declining since 2007, #1,276 for boys today.
Popularity of Krish since 1985
Babies named Krish per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 57 |
| 2000s | 1,753 |
| 2010s | 2,092 |
| 2020s | 904 |
Meaning & origin
Krish entered U.S. naming records in 1985 and reached its peak popularity in 2006, when it ranked 1,276. Since 2007, its usage has been falling. In 2025, approximately 1 in 11,091 baby boys received the name. Krish is most common in Washington, Massachusetts, and Illinois, reflecting its popularity in states with significant Indian American communities. While the full form Krishna is more traditional, Krish offers a concise, modern alternative that has gained traction in recent decades.
Krish is a modern diminutive of Krishna, a Sanskrit name meaning 'dark' or 'black.' In Hindu tradition, Krishna is the eighth avatar of Vishnu and a central figure in the Mahabharata. The shortened form Krish emerged as a standalone name in the late 20th century, particularly among Indian diaspora communities.
Where Krish is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Krish” around the world
Where Krish lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Krishna
Sibling names for Krish
Names that share Krish's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Ananya, Priya, Neha, Riya, Shreya, Varnika, Devanshi, Sanvika, Pranshi, Ishitha, Krishana, Raaga, Shreenika
Brothers: Arjun, Rohan, Aryan, Vikram, Ravi, Viaan, Kairav, Naman, Nayan, Srihan, Yuvan, Aashrith, Divit, Harshil, Kathan, Nihar, Yuvaan, Aadhiran, Krishay, Kriyansh, Ruthvik, Siddhanth, Sriyan, Tirth, Vishruth
