Krishil
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "plough" or "furrow".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Krishil. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Krishil today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Krishil births was 2014 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Krishil. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Krishil. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2014
5 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2014 SSA rank
#13,190
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Krishil: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Krishil by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Krishil during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Krishil
The name Krishil is of Sanskrit origin, tracing its roots back to ancient India and the Hindu culture. It is a combination of the words 'Krish,' meaning 'to cultivate or till,' and 'shil,' meaning 'nature or character.' Together, the name signifies a connection with the earth, agriculture, and a gentle, nurturing spirit.
In ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and Puranas, there are references to deities and mythological figures whose names share similarities with Krishil. For instance, the name 'Krishna,' which means 'dark or black,' is one of the principal avatars of the Hindu god Vishnu. While not directly related, the shared Sanskrit roots suggest a connection to the divine and the natural world.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Krishil date back to the 6th century CE, when it appeared in ancient inscriptions and manuscripts from the Indian subcontinent. Over the centuries, the name has been borne by various individuals, including scholars, poets, and spiritual leaders.
One notable figure with the name Krishil was a 9th-century Sanskrit scholar and poet from the Kashmiri region. His collection of works, known as the 'Krishil Kavya,' explored themes of nature, love, and spirituality, and was widely celebrated during his lifetime.
In the 12th century, there was a renowned Krishil who served as a court advisor and diplomat for the Chola Dynasty in South India. His diplomatic skills and wisdom were highly regarded, and he played a crucial role in maintaining peace and prosperity in the region.
During the 16th century, a Sufi mystic named Krishil gained fame for his devotional poetry and teachings on the path of love and spiritual enlightenment. His works influenced many subsequent Sufi poets and philosophers in the region.
In the 18th century, a prominent Krishil was a renowned painter and artist from the Mughal court in Delhi. His intricate and vibrant paintings depicting scenes from Hindu mythology and court life are considered masterpieces of the era.
Another notable Krishil was a 19th-century social reformer and educator from Bengal, who worked tirelessly to promote education and empowerment for women and underprivileged communities. His progressive ideals and dedication to social justice left a lasting impact on the region.
People
Krishil + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Krishil as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Krishil: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Krishil?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Krishil going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Krishil a common name?
We classify Krishil as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Krishil most popular?
The single biggest year for Krishil was 2014, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Krishil is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Krishil in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Krishil a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Krishil in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Krishil still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Krishil in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Krishil can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Krishil as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.