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Posted on November 23, 2024November 5, 2024 by remember krishna — Leave a comment

160 Names of Krishna: A Community-Sourced List

(Over 160 Names!)

A few months ago, I embarked on a fun journey on Instagram, inviting the community to share their favorite names of Krishna. The response was overwhelming! Every day, the list grew, overflowing with beautiful names and their meanings.

To preserve this collaborative effort, I’ve meticulously compiled a master list of over 162 names (and counting!) gleaned from your insightful comments. This list removes duplicates and includes meanings wherever you provided them, or where I could find reliable sources.

Our favorite names of Krishna

Here’s the best part: Is your favorite name of Krishna on this list? It likely is! I spent countless hours compiling this resource, fueled by your vibrant contributions.

Ready to explore the multifaceted world of Krishna’s names? This list is presented in alphabetical order for easy navigation.

Bonus: If you discover a name I missed, feel free to share it in the comments below! Let’s keep this list growing together.

A –Names of Krishna
Achala: Immutable
Achyuta: Imperishable, infallible
Adidev: The Original Lord
Aditya: The Son of Aditi
Aghadamana: Crusher of Aghasura, a demon
Ajaya: The Conqueror of Life and Death
Akshara: Indestructible Lord
Amrut: Heavenly nectar (A (no) + Mrut (Death))
Anaadih: Beginningless
Ananda Sagar: Ocean of Transcendental Bliss
Ananta: The Endless Lord
Anantajit: Ever Victorious Lord
Aniruddha: Invincible
Anmol: Priceless, invaluable
Anaya: One Who Has No Leader
Arun Nayana: Lotus-eyed
Avyukt: Inexpressible, beyond comprehension

B –Names of Krishna
Bal Gopal: Child Krishna
Balakrishna: The Child Krishna
Banke Bihari: The playful one
Bihari: The Traveling Lord
Brajchanda: Moon of Braj
Bhuvan Sundar: Beautiful to the whole universe

C –Names of Krishna
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu: A spiritual teacher considered an incarnation of Krishna
Chaturbhuj: Four-armed
Chaturbhuja: Four-Armed Lord

D –Names of Krishna
Damodar: Bound by a rope around the waist
Danavendra: Granter of Boons
Dayalu: Repository of Compassion
Dayanidhi: Compassionate Lord
Devakinandan: Son of Devaki
Devesha: Lord of the Demigods
Dharmadhyaksha: The Lord of Dharma
Dinabandhu: Friend of the poor
Dwarkadheesh: Lord of Dwarka
Dvarkapati: Protector of Dwarka

G –Names of Krishna
Ghanshyam: Dark-complexioned
Giridhari: One who lifts Govardhan Hill
Gopala: One Who Plays With the Cowherds
Gopalpriya: Lover of Cowherds
Gopīnāth: Lord of the Gopīs
Govind: One who delights the cows, the land, and the entire nature
Guru: Teacher

H – Names of Krishna
Hari: A general epithet for Vishnu
Hrishikesh: Lord of the senses

J – Names of Krishna
Jagadguru: Preceptor of the Universe
Jagadisha: Lord of the Universe
Jagannath: Lord of the universe
Janardana: Savior of the world
Jayantah: Conqueror of all Enemies
Jyotiraaditya: The Resplendence of the Sun

K – Names of Krishna
Kanha: A beloved friend
Kanjalochana: The Lotus-Eyed God
Kamalanatha: The Lord of Goddess Lakshmi
Kamalanayana: The Lord With Lotus Shaped Eyes
Kanaknayanam: Golden-eyed
Keshava: One Who Has Long, Beautiful Black Matted Locks
Krishna: All-attractive, dark-complexioned
Krishn: A shorter form of Krishna
Krishnabhakta: Devotee of Krishna
Kum: A diminutive form of Kumar
Kleshnashaye: Destroyer of sorrow

L – Names of Krishna
Leeladhar: The Divine Lover
Leeladhar: The Divine Lover
Lokadhyaksha: Lord of All the Three Lokas (Worlds)
Lohitaksha: Red-eyed

M- Names of Krishna
Madhava: Husband of Lakshmi
Madan: God of love
Madanmohan: One who captivates the mind
Madhusudan: Slayer of Demon Madhu
Manmohana: Bewildering the Mind
Manohara: Beautiful Lord
Mohan: Enchanter
Murali: The Flute Playing Lord
Muralidhar: One Who Holds the Flute
Muralimanohara: The Lord who enchants with flute play
Mukunda: Liberator

N – Names of Krishna
Nand Gopal: Son of Nanda
Nand Kumar: Son of Nanda
Nandanandan: Son of Nanda
Narayana: The Refuge of Everyone
Nityanand: Eternally blissful
Natraj: Divine dancer
Natkhat: Mischievous
Navanitachora: Thief of Butter
Neel Madhav: Dark-blue Madhav

P – Names of Krishna
Palanhar: Protector or sustainer
Palanhar: Protector
Parabrahmana: The Supreme Absolute Truth
Parbrahma: Supreme Brahman
Parampurusha: Supreme Enjoyer
Parthasarathi: Charioteer of Partha (Arjuna)
Pitambar Dhari: Wearer of yellow robes
Pitavasan: One who wears yellow robes
Prajapati: Lord of all creatures
Priyakant: Beloved
Purushottama: The Supreme Soul
Purn Purushottam Parmeswar: The supreme and perfect being

R – Names of Krishna
Radhakrishna: A combined name signifying the divine couple
Radhavallabh: Beloved of Radha
Radheshyam: Lover of Radha
Rasbihari: The lover of divine rasa (love)
Ranchod: Playful
Ravilochan: Sun-eyed
Raajeshwar: King of the Universe
Ras Rachaiya: The one who organizes the Raas Leela
Radharamana: Beloved of Radha

S – Names of Krishna
Sahasrajita: One Who Vanquishes Thousands
Sahasraakasah: Thousand-Eyed Lord
Sakshi: All Witnessing Lord
Sanatana: The Eternal Lord
Sarvajana: Omniscient Lord
Sarvapalaka: Protector of All
Sarveshwara: Master of All
Satyavachana: One Who Speaks Only the Truth
Satyavrata: The Truthful Vow
Shantah: Peaceful Lord
Shreshhtha: The Most Glorious Lord
Shrikanta: Beautiful Lord
Shyam: Dark-Complexioned Lord
Shyamasundara: Lord of the Beautiful Evenings
Sudarshana: Handsome Lord
Sumedha: Intelligent Lord
Suresham: Lord of All Demi-Gods
Svargapati: Lord of Heavens

T – Names of Krishna
Taranhara: Savior
Tribhanga Murari: The one who dances in three bends, referring to Krishna’s graceful dance poses
Trivikrama: Conqueror of All the Three Worlds

U– Names of Krishna
Upendra: Brother of Indra
Unni: A diminutive form of Krishna, often used affectionately

V – Names of Krishna
Vallabh: Beloved
Vardhamaanah: The Formless Lord
Varijlochan: Lotus-eyed
Vasudevaputra: Son of King Vasudeva
Venu Gopal: Flute-playing
Vishal: Vast, immense
Vishnu: All-prevailing Lord, Lord of the Universe
Vishwakarma: Creator of the Universe
Vishwarupa: One Who Displays the Universal Form
Vishwatma: Soul of the Universe
Vishwadakshinah: Skillful and Efficient Lord
Vishweshwar: Lord of the Universe
Vrajeshwar: Lord of Vrindavan
Vrajavallabh: Beloved of Vrindavan
Vrajapati: Lord of Vrindavan
Vrajachandra: Moon of Vrindavan
Vrindavanachandra: Moon of Vrindavan

Y- Names of Krishna
Yadavendra: King of the Yadav Clan
Yadunandan: Son of Yadu
Yogeshwar: Lord of yoga
Yoginampati: Lord of the Yogis
Yasodananda: Son of Yashoda
Yadukulanandana/Yadukulachandra: Son of the Yadu clan

Z – Names of Krishna

Note on names that start with Z – the letter “z” is not part of the traditional Sanskrit alphabet. The Sanskrit script (Devanagari) has its own set of sounds and letters, but “z” is not one of them. While some Sanskrit words may be transliterated using “z” in modern languages, it doesn’t appear in the original Sanskrit phonetics. The closest sound is often represented by the letter “ज” (ja), but “z” itself is not used in the Sanskrit alphabet. So if you want a Z name, the closest could be J names, like Jagganath.

So, why are we gathering all these wonderful names of our dear Krishna?

Well, for starters, they can be a great source of inspiration when naming our children or pets. Even reading for pleasure, each name is a window into Krishna’s divine nature, a glimpse into his infinite love, playfulness, and power. And let’s not forget the beautiful names of his eternal consort, Shri Radha. I’m excited to share that list with you soon!

Particularly interesting to me is that when I am working on new deities of Krishna, I love to think about His MOOD and what name best suits the way He is appearing in that form, ready to be worshipped.

Help me learn more about Krishna!

Posted on November 5, 2024November 5, 2024 by remember krishna

Why Your Life Will Be Easier Ordering a Krishna Deity from Remember Krishna

home deity worship marble krishna deity standing with back to viewer dressed in a gorgeous yellow dhoti with yellow sash and dupatta draped with a pagri adorned in morpankh and playing bansuri overlooking vrindavan forest

The Easy Way to Buy a Krishna Deity

Imagine the stress of ordering a delicate marble sculpture from halfway across the world. The fear of it arriving damaged, the frustration of miscommunication, and the disappointment of receiving something that doesn’t quite live up to your expectations.

Full view of Krishna murti standing in sun playing flute facing Radha

As an artist, I understand the importance of quality, attention to detail, and personal connection. When you order a deity from Remember Krishna, you’re not just buying a statue; you’re investing in a piece of art that’s been carefully crafted with love and devotion.

Why Choose a Ready-Made Deity from Remember Krishna?

Peace of Mind, Guaranteed: Each deity is meticulously inspected and prepared to the highest standards. You’ll receive a flawless, ready-to-worship masterpiece.
Expert Craftsmanship: As an artist, I personally oversee every detail, ensuring perfection in every aspect. Your deity will be a unique piece of art, reflecting my passion for my dharmic occupation as an artist.
Hassle-Free Experience: No more worrying about shipping damages, incorrect outfits, or long wait times. Your deity arrives fully dressed and ready to grace your altar.
A Personalized Touch: I’m committed to providing a personalized experience. If you have any specific requests or preferences, I’m happy to accommodate them.

But it’s more than just convenience.

As an artist, I believe that Krishna art is a priceless gift. It’s a way to connect with our spiritual heritage, to inspire devotion, and to bring joy into your life. When you choose a deity from Remember Krishna, you’re not buying a product; you’re inviting Krishna to grace your home, and investing in your spiritual journey.

You need someone who cares about your desire to worship Krishna – and how you perceive Him!

I pour my heart and soul into every piece I create, and I’m passionate about serving your spiritual journey through art. When you choose a deity from Remember Krishna, you’re blessing me with a chance to serve you in your path of devotion.

By choosing a ready-made deity from Remember Krishna, you’re not just getting a wonderfully hand crafted deity form of Radha Krishna; you’re gaining a hassle-free and enjoyable experience. Let me take care of the details, so you can focus on cultivating your spiritual practice.

You only get one chance to select the form of the Lord you’ll personally connect with and serve – your ishtadeva. Inviting Krishna into your home in deity form is a truly special opportunity, one worth careful consideration. Once we invite Lord Krishna to accept worship in this form, He personally inhabits it. As a devotee of Krishna, I meditate on His divine form, names, qualities, and pastimes as I prepare the form for you. The more I work with the Lord’s form, the more I feel His presence, ready to open His eyes and gaze upon you with love. Let yourself fall in love with Krishna.

Some of the wonderful deities I have hand crafted in the past:

18 inch tall krishna deity murli against a forest backdrop wearing gorgeous robes of burgandy red and zardozi embroidery

Ready to simplify your deity-ordering journey? Browse our collection of exquisite Radha Krishna deities today!

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Posted on October 19, 2024October 19, 2024 by remember krishna — Leave a comment

Krishna Deity Look Book – Marble murti

Krishna deity Radharani Krishna stormy blue grey skin against a forest backdround. Krishna wears peacock feather in crown and is dressed in red with pearl bracelets

Discover a vibrant collection of Krishna deity forms, exploring diverse styles, looks, moods, and details for inspiration in your spiritual practice.

After years of working on different Krishna forms, so many different looks and moods, it might be nice to have a bit of a retrospective, with different Krishna forms, collected here.

When you are looking for ideas for different details like Krishna deity hands feet paintwork etc, we all need a little inspiration. I hope that you will enjoy the delightful and varied moods of Krishna deities here. (Not an exhaustive list!)

Overall, I tend to try and recreate the look of Krishna as a dark rain cloud, although sometimes His hue is more lit by moonlight, or as lightened by a ray of radiant sunshine.

Murari Krishna in soft blue hues glowing

Murari Krishna marble deity hand carved from white marble hindu god on lotus base deity worship — Murari Krishna in soft blue hues glowing

So much variety of mood and love. One thing for sure is that worshipping a form of Krishna is a wonderful addition to your life and Sadhana Bhakti.

But wait! Explore the glorious forms of Krishna’s look when He’ s in the dark Syamasundar mood! Black and stormy dark, I love it best when His blackish skin looks like a galaxy, with glorious sparkles in the marble comprising the skin.

Different forms in black marble I have made and also black metal include the following forms with most beautiful stylish black complexion on our dear Krishna.

Syamasundar Krishna wearing garland of ixora flowers dressed in yellow with the gopis behind him

radha Kanta deity of Krishna black marble hand carved with pearl jewellery and pink garments against a background of forest and sky — Syamasundar Krishna wearing garland of ixora flowers dressed in yellow with the gopis behind him

This list definately needs updating, as it does not include so many of the beautiful KRishna deity looks I have created for you!

Given how hard it is to choose a form of the Lord Shri Krishna to worship in deity form, how baffling it is to chose the deity look you want to see, what on earth did I choose when I gave my heart to KRishna deity form for my at home ishtadev?

Gorgeous Shri Vanvihari Deity of Krishna, my personal lord. Dressed in royal blue silk with a peach shawl. Krishnas reflection is showin in a silver mirror from another angle. He wears a peacock feather in his hair and a garland of lotus buds like ginger flowers. He has ropes of pearls with rubies and a silver flute with dangling pearls on silver chains. flowers are clustered on either side of the deity of Krishna.

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If you want to read more about choosing a deity of Krishna for your home deity worship, explore these posts

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Posted on September 22, 2022September 22, 2022 by remember krishna — Leave a comment

Shri Radha & Shri Krishna marble deities

RadhaKrishna_marble_deities_Radhastami radha krishna deities on golden bases in pink radhastami outfits covered in flowering pink flowers and buds with diamond sparkling accessories

The worship of Shri Radha Krishna is capable of moving us to the highest transcendental platform of love for Krishna.

About Shrimate Radharani

“Radha is parama-devata, the supreme goddess, and She is worshipable for everyone. She is the protectress of all, and She is the mother of the entire universe.”
Chaitanya Caritamrta
The love that Radharani is having for Krishna cannot be separated from the love she has for all the children of Krishna. As the mother she loves all of the children of Krishna. So when we approach Radharani we have to understand that more than anything else, she wants me to be happy loving Krishna. She wants to introduce me to Krishna and make it so that I can be actually having Krishna so that I can be happy.
Quote from https://wisdom.yoga/srimati-radharani/ – a wonderful article “Who is Radha”

Finally I have been working on a marble deity of Shri Radha, accompanied of course by a magnificent murti of Shri Krishna – whom I have lots of experience dressing and painting and decorating.

This experience is like none other! Shri Radha and Shri Krishna together are so captivatingly lovely and beautiful that I can spend months working on single elements and get totally lost in their decorative details for Shringar.

When I worked with a sculptor to create their forms, I envisioned them being very opulent, and so we designed some gorgeous golden marble bases which raise their height and establish beauty. They are shaped a little inspired by the special carved pillars which you find in India beside the ghats, and by mother Ganga.

For their worship which should be wonderfully dazzling, I am making special couture shringar sets – fully equipped with luscious outfits, jewellery, and crowns.

Pink for Radhastami is the first outfit which I have created – the first of seven is the plan!

For Radhastami pink shringar I have created for the Radha Krishna deities a gorgeous pink skirt, fitted blouse, sheer dupatta, separate silken veil, all studded with diamond work and then ornamental flowery crown with chandrika in sparkling diamonds and flower buds. Matching flower garlands and flowery wristlets decorate hands and necks. A sparkling belt with diamond and pearl details swoops gracefully from her waist.

radha krishna marble deities 22inches tall in exquisite pink couture shringar outfits on golden opulent bases unique marble deities ready to order shipping straight

Matching shri Radha in opulence is our dear sweet Krishna – His outfit has a charming pink loose pant with overlaid darker pink dhoti, and a three fall pleat dazzling bedecked with pink crystals and swathes of gold. His chest is ornamented with a fitted vest, and thrown across Krishna’s magnificent shoulders is a silk cape, bedecked with more dazzling pearl and gold ornamentation. Crowning His lustrous black locks is a pink pagri – a turban ornamented with glittering diamond chandrika and more sparkling dazzling diamonds and pearls. Festooned with flourishes of pink buds and sporting a playful peacock feather.

Ornaments in pearl, gold, and flowers decorate His chest, arms, waist, ankles and armlets. Rings gleam at His fingertips and both Shri Radha and Shri Krishna deities wear special gold and pearl swinging chandbali – bell shaped earrings with pearls dangling.

Radha Krishna marble deities 22inch

Radha & Krishna marble deities hand carved – 22 inches.
Gloriously Shri Radha Krishna together absorb the eyes in loving devotion.
Perfectly ready to install, Radha and Krishna deities have exquisite outfits all perfectly tailored and very easy to put on with my personal designs and patterns.

full Shringar – turbans, chandrikas, necklaces, bracelets, waist belts where suitable, anklets and earrings.

This beautiful pink outfit is specially handmade around the idea of Radhastami. The entire presentation is pink and bedecked with lustrous pearls, delicate flowers, and golden ornaments.

Radha and Krishna total height is 22 inch, which is comprised of a tall base – and the deity height themselves is 16 inches. The forms lift smoothly out of their golden carved bases.

$6,000

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Posted on January 18, 2020January 18, 2020 by remember krishna — Leave a comment

Enjoy Krsna’s pastimes

little krishna hiding in the tree eating butter and feeding it to the monkeys

bjd krishna doll poseable with blue body and curling lush hair

Now the extra fun is enhanced by all the wonderful little things that best suit Him!

Did you know Krishna’s play lotus flower actually has a name?! (so does Radha’s!)
Sadasmera is the name of his toy lotus flower. Of course this means that you MUST have a lotus flower available for Him to hold and play with too…

I love to know all the special details

Krishna’s world is so full of love.

How To Live In Krishna’s World…

Krishna is very sweet. Krishna likes only good things. He likes things that are fun. He likes things that are beautiful.

The spiritual world, Krishna’s world, there is no ugliness, there is only beauty. There is no anxiety, there is only peace. There is no boredom, there is only fun. Krishna is, in other words, the Supreme Enjoyer.

There is no rejection, there is only love and acceptance. Everything that you can think of in this world that you don’t like is not there. Whatever is unattractive is not in the spiritual world. Because Krishna is all attractive, His world is also all attractive.