Indian name meaning
Karan
♂ BoyKa·ran · 2 syllables
A great warrior from the Mahabharata
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Karn
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Sensitive, cooperative and diplomatic — happiest building harmony and close bonds.
The letters of Karan add up to 11, which reduces to 2.
About the name Karan
Karan is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “A great warrior from the Mahabharata.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Karan has the name number 2, “The Peacemaker.” It is also spelled Karn.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Karan mean?
Karan means “A great warrior from the Mahabharata.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Karan a boy or a girl name?
Karan is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Karan?
Karan is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Karan?
In the Chaldean system, Karan has the name number 2, “The Peacemaker.”
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