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Kanha

कान्हा
KAH-nah

A name for Lord Krishna, especially in his childhood.

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Meaning & usage

Kanha is a beloved name for Lord Krishna, particularly during his childhood days in the rural setting of Vrindavan. It reflects his playful and mischievous nature as a young boy, often depicted in stories and folklore. The name is widely used in devotional songs and literature, symbolizing love and devotion towards Krishna.

In a sentence

The devotees sang bhajans in praise of Kanha during the festival.

As seen in crosswords

Kanha is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A name for Lord Krishna, especially in his childhood” (5)

Category: Religion Origin: Sanskrit Script: Hindi

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