Rising since 1999, #2,485 for girls today.
Popularity of Krisha since 1964
Babies named Krisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 42 |
| 1970s | 332 |
| 1980s | 298 |
| 1990s | 207 |
| 2000s | 397 |
| 2010s | 765 |
| 2020s | 470 |
Meaning & origin
Krisha is a feminine form of Krishna, a name deeply rooted in Hindu tradition and Sanskrit meaning 'dark' or 'black.' While the name Krishna has ancient religious significance as a Hindu deity, Krisha emerged as a distinct given name in the United States in 1964, reaching its peak popularity in 2017 when it ranked 2,485th nationally. The name has seen a rising trajectory since 1999, though it remains relatively rare, with approximately 1 in every 22,638 newborns receiving the name in 2025. Geographically, Krisha is most common in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York, reflecting concentrations of Indian-American communities. Its modern adoption outside of India demonstrates the cross-cultural appeal of names with spiritual resonance, though it remains less common than direct borrowings like Krishna itself. The name's upward trend suggests growing familiarity with South Asian naming traditions in the United States.
Krisha is a feminine form of Krishna, a name from Sanskrit meaning 'dark' or 'black,' referring to the dark complexion of the Hindu god Krishna. The name Krishna is also the name of a major deity in Hinduism, central to texts like the Bhagavad Gita. The feminine variant Krisha has seen modern use in India and the Indian diaspora, particularly in the United States beginning in the 1960s.
Where Krisha is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kri, Krish
Sibling names for Krisha
Names that share Krisha's style, for a brother or sister.
