Krishnan Surname

“Of Krishna”

Also spelled: Krishna, Kishan

Various surnamesTamil/Malayalam origin · Tamil/Malayalam

History & Significance

South Indian surname meaning devotee or descendant of Krishna, used across communities.

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Meaning & Origin

Meaning
Of Krishna
Origin
Tamil/Malayalam
Language
Tamil/Malayalam
Category
Various

Regional Distribution

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