Kishore
Meaningyoung man · Sanskrit
Kishore is an Indian boy name meaning “young man”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Word funKishore doesn't repeat a single letter: 7 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Kishore would score 14 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationKishore peaked in 1990, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Kishore you'd meet today is about 35 years old.
- HistoryKishore first shows up in US birth records in 1990, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 35 years since.
US births per million boys, 1990–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Kishore
Kishore is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “young man”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Kishore
What does the name Kishore mean?
Kishore means “young man” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Colt (“young horse”), Colin (“young pup”), Othman (“possibly young bustard”) and Sven (“young man”).
What is the origin of the name Kishore?
Kishore is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Kishore a boy or girl name?
Kishore is a boy name.
How popular is the name Kishore?
Kishore is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2010. It peaked at #8,117 in 1990, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Kishore?
If you like Kishore, you might also like Colt, Colin, Othman and Sven.
What should I know before naming my baby Kishore?
Kishore is an Indian boy name meaning “young man”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.