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The male first name Kishor has its origins in India. Translated, the name means 'the foal'.
What does the name Kishor mean?
Kishor is a male first name of Indian origin. Its direct translation is 'the foal'. The name comes from the Sanskrit word kiśora (किशोर), which also means 'foal'. The female variants are Kishoree, Kishore, and Kishori.
Where does the name Kishor come from?
The name Kishor is a male first name with Sanskrit roots and means 'the foal'.
How do you pronounce Kishor?
Kishor
Popularity
In Germany, Kishor is a rather rare first name. It has not yet been recorded in the German name popularity lists. However, Kishor reached its best ranking in Italy in 2008, placing 1,868th. From 1999 to 2024, the name was used as a first name in Italy less than 10 times, earning it the 5,981st place. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.
Nicknames & pet names
Kishi
Famous people
- Kishor Kadam (Indian actor)
- Kishor Patel (cricketer from the UK)
- Kishor Shantabai Kale (writer from India)
Frequently asked questions about the name Kishor
What does the name Kishor mean?
Kishor is a male first name of Indian origin and means 'the foal'.
Where does the name Kishor come from?
The name has its roots in Sanskrit and is common in various Indian languages such as Hindi, Marathi, and Tamil.
How popular is the name Kishor?
Kishor is known in certain regions of India and Nepal, but its popularity varies depending on cultural context.