Balakrishna
b(a)-lakrish-na,
bal(a)-kri-shna
Origin:Indian
Other Origin(s):Sanskrit
Meaning:Young Krishna; Child of Krishna; Child of the dark one
Balakrishna is a masculine name of Indian origin. A blend of the Sanskrit elements bāla and kṛṣṇa, it translates to “young Krishna,” “child of Krishna,” and “chid of the dark one.” If you want a name that connects baby to your faith, Balakrishna has Hindu links, referring to the deity Krishna, which is believed to be the eighth incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu. For a name that helps you introduce your little one to an important part of your life, Balakrishna is a distinctive choice.
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Sources
Wisdom Library, Meaning of the name Balakrishna, July 2025
Behind the Name, Balakrishna, October 2024
Behind the Name, Krishna, December 2024
Online Etymology Dictionary, Krishna
Ancestry, Balakrishnan Family History
Britannica, Krishna, Hindu deity, July 2025
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