Krishiv
How to say it: krih-SHIV · /krɪˈʃɪv/
Modern Indian name blending Krishna and Shiva - evokes divinity, popular since 2010s.
Krishiv was the 951st most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 209 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up 5.0-fold in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #494 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #951 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 209 |
| Share of births | 1 in 15,862 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | ×5.0 |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #494 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Krishiv appeared within living memory and has no deep historical trail. At its height in the 2020s, it is projected to keep rising.
What goes with it
Firm and vibrant with breathy strength. Shivansh complements its energy.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Krishiv is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, Hindi.
England and Wales: #457.
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