RADHAKRISHNAN
Also recorded as Radha Krishnan
Radhakrishnan
Radhakrishnan is a surname of Indian origin which is most commonly found in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The surname is derived from the names of two Hindu deities, "Radha" and "Krishna". "Radha" is the eternal consort of Lord Krishna, who is a major deity in Hinduism.
Those who bear the surname Radhakrishnan are often descendants of families that have a historical connection to Hindu religious practices or traditions. The surname is mostly associated with individuals of the Brahmin caste, who traditionally held priestly roles in Indian society.
One of the most well-known bearers of the surname Radhakrishnan is Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an eminent Indian philosopher, academic, and statesman who served as the second President of India from 1962 to 1967. Dr. Radhakrishnan was highly respected for his contributions to the field of philosophy and for promoting Indian culture worldwide.
In contemporary British society, individuals with the surname Radhakrishnan can be found across various professions and fields, including academia, medicine, business, and the arts. As a surname that carries significant cultural and historical significance, Radhakrishnan serves as a reminder of the rich traditions and diversity of Indian heritage among the British population.
There are approximately 417 people named Radhakrishnan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Radhakrishnan.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anil
- Aravind
- Gautham
- Jagan
- Mangat
- Manoj
- Prakash
- Rajesh
- Sanjay
- Sreekumar
- Suresh
- Sutharsan
Female
- Anjana
- Anusha
- Gayathri
- Laxmi
- Radhika
- Ramya
- Roopa
- Saranya
- Sunitha
- Susan