Pradyumna
Meaningson of Krishna · Sanskrit
Pradyumna is an Indian boy name meaning “son of Krishna”, 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 flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Pradyumna would score 17 points, thanks largely to the Y (worth 4).
- GenerationPradyumna peaked in 2009, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Pradyumna you'd meet today is about 16 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Pradyumna would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 285,714 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryPradyumna first shows up in US birth records in 2007, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million boys, 2007–2025
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About the name Pradyumna
Pradyumna is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “son of Krishna”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades and is still gaining fans. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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Questions about the name Pradyumna
What does the name Pradyumna mean?
Pradyumna means “son of Krishna” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Keshav (“long-haired, Krishna”), Madhav (“sweet as honey, Krishna”), Shyam (“dark, Krishna”) and Brijesh (“lord of Braj, Krishna”).
What is the origin of the name Pradyumna?
Pradyumna 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 Pradyumna a boy or girl name?
Pradyumna is a boy name. In 2025, 6 US boys were named Pradyumna.
How popular is the name Pradyumna?
Pradyumna ranked #10,695 for US boys in 2025, given to 6 babies. Its best year was 2009, when it reached #9,864. Over the last five years it has climbed 1,327 places.
What names are similar to Pradyumna?
If you like Pradyumna, you might also like Keshav, Madhav, Shyam and Brijesh.
What should I know before naming my baby Pradyumna?
Pradyumna is an Indian boy name meaning “son of Krishna”, 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 flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.