S. No. |
Name |
Meaning |
Significance |
1 |
Aariv |
King of wisdom and justice |
Represents Lord Krishna's wisdom and fairness |
2 |
Abhayankara |
The one who bestows fearlessness |
Represents Krishna as the protector and giver of courage. |
3 |
Abhijeet |
One who is victorious |
Symbolises Krishna's divine success |
4 |
Abjayoni |
Born of the lotus |
Associated with the lotus symbolism in Bhagavad Gita |
5 |
Achyuta |
Infallible Lord |
Signifies the one who never falls or fails |
6 |
Adbhutah |
Wonderful God |
Symbolises divine wonder and amazement |
7 |
Adhiyajna |
Creator of the Supersoul |
This signifies Krishna's spiritual depth |
8 |
Adidev |
The Original Lord |
Represents the primal and eternal deity |
9 |
Aditya |
The Son of Aditi |
Refers to the solar deity and brightness |
10 |
Adwait |
Unique, undivided, no one like him |
Reflects Krishna's unparalleled divine nature |
11 |
Ajanma |
The Unborn |
Denotes the eternal and birthless nature |
12 |
Ajaya |
The Conqueror of Life and Death |
Represents invincibility over mortality |
13 |
Akshara |
Indestructible Lord |
Symbolises eternal existence |
14 |
Amrut |
Heavenly nectar |
Denotes immortality and divine essence |
15 |
Anaadih |
Beginningless, eternal |
Symbolises the eternal and unchanging nature of Lord Krishna. |
16 |
Anandsagar |
Ocean of Transcendental Bliss |
Represents boundless joy and bliss |
17 |
Ananta |
The Endless Lord |
This signifies the infinite and limitless being |
18 |
Anantajit |
Ever Victorious Lord |
Represents eternal victory |
19 |
Aniruddha |
One Who Cannot Be Obstructed |
Represents unconquerable strength |
20 |
Anish |
Supreme, the ruler |
Represents Krishna as the supreme ruler of the universe. |
21 |
Aparajit |
One who can't be defeated |
Symbolises Krishna's eternal victory over evil |
22 |
Aprameya |
Infinite, immeasurable |
Represents Krishna's limitless divine nature |
23 |
Asuman |
Lord of vital breaths |
Symbolises Krishna's brilliance and wisdom |
24 |
Aswadh |
Tree of knowledge |
Represents Krishna's connection to divine wisdom |
25 |
Avyukt |
Clear, unclouded, pure |
Represents purity and spiritual clarity. |
26 |
Balagopala |
The Child Krishna, The All Attractive |
Represents Krishna's childhood form |
27 |
Balakrishna |
The Child Krishna |
Symbolises divine innocence and playfulness |
28 |
Bankebihari |
One who loves to sport in the forests |
Refers to Krishna's playful nature in Vrindavan |
29 |
Bankim |
Crescent, curved |
Represents Krishna's iconic flute-playing posture |
30 |
Bansi |
Flute |
Refers to Krishna's divine music |
31 |
Banwari |
One who lives in Vrindavan |
Highlights Krishna's childhood in Vrindavan |
32 |
Bihari |
The Travelling Lord |
Refers to Krishna's wanderings |
33 |
Brij |
The place of Lord Krishna |
Symbolises Krishna's deep connection to Brij Bhoomi |
34 |
Brijesh |
Lord of Braj land |
Represents Krishna as the ruler of Braj |
35 |
Chaturbhuja |
Four-Armed Lord |
Represents divine power and omnipresence |
36 |
Damodar |
One who has a rope around his belly (Krishna) |
Symbolises the divine connection between Krishna and his mother, Yashoda. |
37 |
Darsh |
Handsome, sight |
Highlights Krishna's beauty |
38 |
Dayalu |
Repository Of Compassion |
Represents mercy and kindness |
39 |
Dayanidhi |
Treasure House of Mercy |
Represents Krishna's kindness and compassion |
40 |
Devadideva |
The God Of The Gods |
Denotes supremacy among deities |
41 |
Devakinandan |
Son of Devaki |
Refers to Krishna as the son of Devaki |
42 |
Devesh |
Lord of lords |
Symbolises Krishna's supreme divine power |
43 |
Dham |
Supreme spirit |
Represents Krishna's divine presence |
44 |
Dharmadhyaksha |
The Lord Of Dharma |
Symbolises righteousness and justice |
45 |
Dravin |
The One Who Has No Enemies |
Represents universal love and harmony |
46 |
Dwarkapati |
Protector Of Dwarka |
This signifies Krishna as the ruler of Dwarka |
47 |
Dwarakadhish |
King of Dwarka |
Represents Lord Krishna as the ruler of Dwarka, symbolising leadership and divine governance |
48 |
Gadin |
One armed with a club |
Highlights Krishna's warrior aspect |
49 |
Garishtha |
He is the greatest |
Emphasises Krishna's divine eminence |
50 |
Ghanashyam |
Solid dark, like a raincloud |
Describes Krishna's complexion |
51 |
Giridhar |
The one who holds the mountain (Govardhan) |
Represents Krishna's feat of lifting the mountain to protect his devotees. |
52 |
Girivar |
One who holds Govardhana Giri mountain |
Highlights Krishna's act of lifting Govardhana |
53 |
Gobind |
Cowherd |
Highlights Krishna's connection to cattle |
54 |
Gokul |
The place where Krishna grew up |
Represents Krishna's early life |
55 |
Gopal |
Cowherd, protector of cows |
Reflects Krishna's nurturing nature |
56 |
Gopan |
Protection |
This signifies Krishna's role as a protector |
57 |
Gopesh |
Lord of the Cowherds |
Represents Krishna as the protector and guide of his devotees |
58 |
Gopinath |
Lord of the Gopis |
This signifies Krishna's deep love and divine connection with the Gopis |
59 |
Govinda |
Illuminator of senses |
Represents Krishna's wisdom and enlightenment |
60 |
Gyaneshwara |
The Lord Of Knowledge |
Signifies wisdom and enlightenment |
61 |
Hari |
The Lord Of Nature |
Represents the remover of sins |
62 |
Harigopal |
Lord Krishna, the god of all gods |
Symbolises Krishna's supremacy over all deities. |
63 |
Harinarayan |
Vishnu, the supreme form of Lord Hari |
Denotes Krishna as a manifestation of Vishnu, symbolising divine energy |
64 |
Harish |
One who does everything by God's will |
Symbolises Krishna's divine guidance |
65 |
Hiranyagarbha |
"Golden Womb" (Creator) |
Denotes the cosmic origin |
66 |
Hrishikesh |
One who controls the senses |
Highlights Krishna's mastery over human senses |
67 |
Hrushikesha |
The Lord Of All Senses |
Represents control over the senses |
68 |
Jagadbandhu |
Friend of the whole world |
Represents Krishna's universal compassion |
69 |
Jagadguru |
Preceptor Of The Universe |
Signifies supreme teacher |
70 |
Jagadisha |
Lord of the Universe |
Represents cosmic ruler |
71 |
Jagannatha |
Master Of The Universe |
Denotes protector of all beings |
72 |
Jagmohan |
One who attracts the world |
This signifies Krishna's divine charm |
73 |
Janardhan |
The one who helps people |
Represents Krishna as the protector and guide of humanity. |
74 |
Jayanthan |
Conqueror of all enemies |
Reflects Krishna's warrior spirit |
75 |
Jyotiraaditya |
The Resplendence Of The Sun |
Signifies divine radiance and brilliance |
76 |
Kalia |
Beauty |
Associated with Krishna's divine charm |
77 |
Kamalanatha |
The Lord Of Goddess Lakshmi |
Symbolises wealth and prosperity |
78 |
Kamalnayan |
One with beautiful lotus-like eyes |
Symbolises Krishna's divine beauty and charm. |
79 |
Kamsantaka |
Slayer Of Kamsa |
Denotes destruction of evil |
80 |
Kanha |
The little Krishna |
An affectionate name representing the childlike innocence of Krishna. |
81 |
Kannan |
Lord Krishna, the beloved one |
A beloved name symbolising divine love and charm. |
82 |
Kanu |
Handsome |
A beloved nickname for Krishna |
83 |
Kesava |
Long-haired, slayer of Keshi demon |
Highlights Krishna's divine warrior nature |
84 |
Kiesh |
Rainfall, joy |
Another name for Lord Krishna symbolising beauty and charm. |
85 |
Kishan |
God, Lord Krishna |
A familiar name reflecting Lord Krishna's divinity and godhood. |
86 |
Kishore |
Young boy, youth, the sun |
Affectionate name associated with Lord Krishna. |
87 |
Krishna |
All Attractive |
Symbolises love, devotion, and charm |
88 |
Krishnamurari |
One who conquers hearts with his flute |
Reference to Krishna's enchanting music. |
89 |
Krishnamurthy |
Manifestation of Lord Krishna |
A popular name among Hindu followers. |
90 |
Krishnendu |
Lord Krishna, prince of Earth |
Represents Krishna's noble and ruling nature. |
91 |
Kunjabihari |
One who enjoys the lakes |
Highlights Krishna's playful nature in groves. |
92 |
Lakshmikaanta |
The Lord Of Goddess Lakshmi |
Represents prosperity and divine grace |
93 |
Lokadhyaksha |
Lord Of All The Three Lokas (Worlds) |
Denotes universal authority |
94 |
Madan |
Lord of love |
Represents Krishna's role in spreading love. |
95 |
Madana |
The Lord Of Love |
Represents attraction and affection |
96 |
Madhav |
Sweet like honey |
Symbolises devotion and surrender in spiritual practice. |
97 |
Madhusudan |
Slayer Of Demon Madhu |
Represents the destruction of ignorance |
98 |
Mahendra |
Lord Of Indra |
Signifies leadership and supreme power |
99 |
Makhesh |
Lord of sacrifice |
Represents Krishna's benevolent nature. |
100 |
Manhar |
Pleasing, charming |
Emphasises Krishna's enchanting presence. |
101 |
Manmohan |
Winner of hearts |
Highlights Krishna's divine charm and ability to captivate. |
102 |
Manohara |
Beautiful Lord |
Signifies mesmerising beauty |
103 |
Mayur |
Lord with a peacock feathered crest |
Reference to Krishna's association with peacocks. |
104 |
Meghashyam |
Dark as the clouds |
Describes Krishna's beautiful complexion. |
105 |
Mohan |
Enchanter, one who charms |
Symbolises Krishna's irresistible charm and allure. |
106 |
Mohanraj |
The king of attraction |
Represents Krishna as the most enchanting personality. |
107 |
Mohnish |
Attractive God |
Symbolises divine allure and charm |
108 |
Mukund |
A liberator grants freedom |
Represents Krishna's role in freeing souls from worldly binds. |
109 |
Murali |
The Flute Playing Lord |
Represents Krishna's musical divinity |
110 |
Muralimanohara |
The Lord Who Enchants With Flute Play |
Represents divine music and devotion |
111 |
Murari |
One who holds a flute |
Reference to Krishna's iconic flute. |
112 |
Murlidhar |
The one who plays the flute |
Symbolises Krishna's music that enchants and inspires. |
113 |
Nandagopala |
The Loved Cowherd |
Represents Krishna's bond with nature |
114 |
Nandakumara |
Son of Nanda |
This signifies Krishna's childhood story |
115 |
Nandan |
Son, a name for Krishna |
Represents Krishna as the beloved son of Yashoda. |
116 |
Nandkishor |
Son of Nanda |
Refers to Krishna's childhood as the beloved son of Nanda Maharaj. |
117 |
Narayana |
The Refuge Of Everyone |
Denotes supreme protector |
118 |
Natwar |
Dancing lord |
Highlights Krishna's love for dance. |
119 |
Navanitachora |
Thief of Butter |
Represents Krishna's playful nature |
120 |
Nilesh |
Lord Krishna, the blue god |
Represents Krishna's form as the blue-skinned god. |
121 |
Niranjan |
The unblemished Lord |
It signifies Krishna's purity and flawlessness. |
122 |
Nirguna |
Without Any Material Properties |
Represents transcendence over nature |
123 |
Padmahasta |
One Who Has Hands Like Lotus |
Symbolises purity and divine grace |
124 |
Padmanabha |
The Lord Who Has A Lotus In His Navel |
Represents cosmic creation |
125 |
Parabrahmana |
The Supreme Absolute Truth |
Signifies Krishna as the ultimate reality |
126 |
Paramatma |
Transcendental (Supreme) Soul |
Represents the supreme soul of the universe |
127 |
Parampurusha |
Supreme Enjoyer |
Denotes Krishna as the ultimate being |
128 |
Parthasarathy |
Charioteer of Partha (Arjun) |
Highlights Krishna's role in the Mahabharata. |
129 |
Purshottama |
The Supreme Soul |
Represents Krishna as the highest being |
130 |
Radharamana |
One who gives joy to Radha |
Signifies Krishna as the divine consort of Radha |
131 |
Radhesh |
Radha's lover, Lord Krishna |
Symbolises Krishna's eternal love for Radha. |
132 |
Radheshyam |
Radha and Shyam (Krishna) together |
Symbolising devotion and divine companionship |
133 |
Ramgopal |
Lord Rama, a name for Krishna |
Reflects Lord Krishna's connection with Lord Rama. |
134 |
Ranchod |
One who left the battlefield |
Symbolising strategic wisdom and divine play (Leela) |
135 |
Rasaraj |
King of divine love and emotions |
Represents Krishna as the master of divine joy and devotion. |
136 |
Rukminesh |
Consort of Rukmini |
Reflects Krishna's love and devotion to Rukmini. |
137 |
Sahasraakasah |
Thousand-Eyed Lord |
Represents all-seeing divine awareness |
138 |
Saket |
Lord Krishna, having the same intention |
Highlights Krishna's determination. |
139 |
Sakshi |
All Witnessing Lord |
Represents omnipresence and knowledge |
140 |
Sambathkrishna |
A gift from Lord Krishna |
Represents Krishna's blessings. |
141 |
Sanatana |
The Eternal Lord |
Signifies timeless divinity |
142 |
Sarvajana |
Omniscient Lord |
Represents wisdom and enlightenment |
143 |
Sarvan |
All, the entire universe |
Represents Krishna's all-encompassing nature. |
144 |
Sarvapalaka |
Protector Of All |
Denotes universal protector |
145 |
Sarveshwara |
Master of All |
Symbolises Krishna as the supreme ruler |
146 |
Satyavachana |
One Who Speaks Only The Truth |
Represents Krishna's honesty |
147 |
Satyavrata |
The Truthful Vow |
Symbolises commitment to truth |
148 |
Sham |
Strong person |
Highlights Krishna's divine strength. |
149 |
Shankdhar |
One who bears a conch |
Symbolises Krishna's role as a divine protector. |
150 |
Shantah |
Peaceful Lord |
Represents calmness and serenity |
151 |
Shoubhit |
Ornamented, handsome |
Represents Krishna's divine beauty and wisdom. |
152 |
Shreshta |
The Most Glorious Lord |
Highlights Krishna's supreme excellence. |
153 |
Shrigopal |
Protector of the earth |
Reflects Krishna's role as a divine guardian. |
154 |
Shrihari |
Another name for Vishnu/Krishna |
Highlights Krishna's role as the remover of sins and protector of devotees. |
155 |
Shrikanta |
Consort of Goddess Lakshmi |
Reference to Lord Vishnu's divine connection. |
156 |
Shrinath |
Lord of Shri (Goddess Lakshmi) |
Denotes Krishna as the protector and consort of Goddess Lakshmi |
157 |
Shyam |
Dark-Complexioned Lord |
Represents Krishna's unique form |
158 |
Shyamsundar |
Cloud-coloured and beautiful |
Highlights Krishna's radiant beauty. |
159 |
Souri |
Brave |
Reflects Krishna's fearless and divine nature. |
160 |
Sudarshan |
Appealing weapon of Lord Krishna |
Represents Krishna's protective and guiding role. |
161 |
Sumedha |
Intelligent Lord |
Represents divine wisdom |
162 |
Sunil |
Dark blue, pomegranate tree, sapphire |
Alludes to Krishna's blue complexion. |
163 |
Suresham |
Lord Of All Demi-Gods |
Denotes authority over divine beings |
164 |
Trivesh |
One who knows all three Vedas |
Represents Krishna's mastery of knowledge. |
165 |
Trivikrama |
Conqueror Of All The Three Worlds |
Represents Krishna's universal dominion |
166 |
Upendra |
Brother Of Indra |
Symbolises Krishna's divine lineage |
167 |
Urugay |
Far-going, offering a broad scope for movement |
Reference to Krishna's divine presence. |
168 |
Vaikunthanatha |
Lord Of Vaikuntha, The Heavenly Abode |
Represents Krishna's celestial kingdom |
169 |
Vallabhi |
Beloved |
Symbolises Krishna's affectionate nature. |
170 |
Vamsidhar |
Bearer of the flute |
Highlights Krishna's divine music. |
171 |
Vanavihari |
One who enjoys roaming in the forest |
Reference to Krishna's connection with nature. |
172 |
Vardhamaanah |
The Formless Lord |
Signifies Krishna's boundless existence |
173 |
Vasu |
Wealth, one who possesses all wealth |
It represents Krishna's divine wealth and abundance. |
174 |
Vasudeva |
Son of Vasudev, Krishna's father |
Represents the divine lineage of Lord Krishna. |
175 |
Vasudevaputra |
Son of King Vasudeva |
Represents Krishna's divine birth |
176 |
Venumadhav |
Madhav with his flute |
Symbolises Krishna's love for music. |
177 |
Viaansh |
Full of life, part of Lord Krishna |
Represents Krishna's vitality and divinity. |
178 |
Vibhavasu |
Black, dark |
Reference to Krishna's complexion. |
179 |
Vibhumat |
Omnipresent, appearing in many forms |
Highlights Krishna's divine nature. |
180 |
Vihas |
Great smile |
Symbolises Krishna's happiness and charm. |
181 |
Vishnu |
All Prevailing Lord, Lord of the Universe |
Denotes universal presence |
182 |
Vishwadakshinah |
Skillful And Efficient Lord |
Represents Krishna's supreme intelligence |
183 |
Vishwakarma |
Creator Of The Universe |
Denotes divine craftsmanship |
184 |
Vishwamurti |
Of The Form Of The Entire Universe |
Represents cosmic embodiment |
185 |
Vishwarupa |
One Who Displays The Universal Form |
Symbolises Krishna's vastness |
186 |
Vishwatma |
Soul Of The Universe |
Represents Krishna as the universal soul |
187 |
Vivaan |
Genius, full of life |
Highlights Krishna's wisdom and energy. |
188 |
Vrajendra |
King of Vraja (Vrindavan) |
Shows Krishna's rule and love over the people of Vrindavan. |
189 |
Vrisa |
Cow, Lord Krishna |
Represents Krishna's love for cows. |
190 |
Vrishaparvaa |
Lord of dharma |
Symbolises Krishna's role in upholding righteousness. |
191 |
Yadavendra |
King Of The Yadav Clan |
Represents Krishna's royal heritage |
192 |
Yadunandan |
Son of Yadu |
Emphasises Krishna's divine lineage. |
193 |
Yajnarup |
As pure as Yajna |
Represents Krishna's spiritual purity. |
194 |
Yogesh |
Source of knowledge, God of yoga |
Refers to Krishna's association with yoga and wisdom. |
195 |
Yogi |
The Supreme Master |
Symbolises spiritual enlightenment |
196 |
Yoginampati |
Lord Of The Yogis |
Denotes Krishna as the ultimate guide |