Names Starting With K
UnisexSanskrit
Kiran
Kiran is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin meaning “ray of light; beam of sunlight.”
pronunciation
KEE-rahn
meaning & origin
The name Kiran means “ray of light; beam of sunlight.” It comes from the Sanskrit language tradition.
From the Sanskrit kirana, meaning ray of light or sunbeam. A popular name across India and South Asia, used for both boys and girls. Kiran Bedi, India's first female IPS officer, and Kiran Rao, filmmaker, are notable bearers.
famous people named Kiran
- Kiran Bedi (police officer)
- Kiran Rao (filmmaker)
- Kiran Desai (author)
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