boy · Sanskrit

Karan

/KA-ran/

Meaning: Generous, clever

Karan at a glance

Meaning: Generous, clever
Origin: Sanskrit
Religion: Hindu
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: KA-ran
Syllables: 2
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Kaaran, Karani, Karanya, Karran, Kaarani, Kaaranya

Lucky details for Karan

Number: 2
Color: Pearl White
Stone: Moonstone
Flower: Jasmine
Day: Monday
Planet: Moon
Zodiac: Cancer
Metal: Silver

Karan is a Sanskrit name meaning “generous, clever”. Parents choose Karan for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Karan reduce to 2, a number linked with Moon and with people who are empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker.

Numerology

Chaldean value 2 — Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred.

Personality

Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred

Positive Traits

Empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker

Negative Traits

Sensitive to criticism and can take things to heart

Career Suggestions

Counselling, teaching, nursing, hospitality, the arts

Nicknames

Kara Kari Kary Kay

Middle Names

Kabir Krisah Kianah

Sibling Names

Aanya Adveek Anjaly Charve

Compatible Names

Aarav Aariah Akshei Aneeketah Arneh Cheerrag

FAQs about the name Karan

What does the name Karan mean?

Karan means “generous, clever” and comes from a Sanskrit root.

Is Karan a boy or girl name?

Karan is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Karan?

Karan is pronounced KA-ran (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Karan?

The lucky number for Karan is 2, ruled by Moon.

What are good nicknames for Karan?

Popular short forms include Kara, Kari, Kary, Kay.