What origin is the name Nanthakishor?

Nanthakishor comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Nanthakishor — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Nanthakishor?

Nanthakishor starts with the syllable “Na” (ना), which traditionally belongs to Anuradha nakshatra, pada 1, in Vrishchik rashi (Scorpio). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Nanthakishor

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Nanthakishor

Unisex

Indian

4 syllables

Nanthakishor is an Indian unisex name meaning "Joyful youth or Lord Krishna".

Nanthakishor is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Joyful youth or Lord Krishna". At 12 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 4 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 4

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Joyful youth or Lord Krishna

Popularity

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What does Nanthakishor mean?

Nanthakishor is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Joyful youth or Lord Krishna".

How popular is Nanthakishor?

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Brother names that go with Nanthakishor

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Nanthakishor.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Na (ना)
Rashi: Vrishchik (Scorpio)
Nakshatra: Anuradha, pada 1
Name number: 5

By tradition, names starting with “Na” suit babies born in Anuradha nakshatra (pada 1), which falls in Vrishchik rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.

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Names with a similar meaning to Nanthakishor

Nanthakishor means "Joyful youth or Lord Krishna" — these names share that spirit.

Elijah — "A prophet whose name means 'The Lord is my God', representing strong faith and divine protection." (Hebrew)
Matthew — "A gift of the Lord, based on the biblical apostle who recorded the life of Jesus." (Hebrew)

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