Rising since 2009, #4,539 for boys today.
Popularity of Krishav since 2009
Babies named Krishav per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 154 |
| 2020s | 160 |
Meaning & origin
Krishav is a modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 2009 and has been steadily rising in popularity. In 2025 it ranked 4,539, with approximately 1 in 77,640 boys receiving the name, and it reached its peak rank of 4,453 in 2024. The name is predominantly used by Indian-American families, reflecting a trend of blending traditional Sanskrit elements with contemporary-sounding suffixes. Its rising trajectory since 2009 suggests growing appeal among parents seeking a name that feels both culturally rooted and modern. While currently most common in communities with South Asian heritage, Krishav has not yet appeared in any U.S. state's top-name lists, indicating its still niche but expanding presence.
Krishav is likely a modern coinage combining elements from the name Krishna, a major Hindu deity, with the Sanskrit suffix '-av', possibly meaning 'lord' or 'master'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2009 and has seen consistent rising use, particularly among Indian-American families. Its exact traditional meaning is debated, but it is often interpreted as 'lord of Krishna' or 'lord of the arts'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Krish, Kavi
Sibling names for Krishav
Names that share Krishav's style, for a brother or sister.
