boy name
Kanishka — name meaning
కనిష్క
Kanishka is a boy name. The great Kushan emperor.
Kanishkaకనిష్కboy
Nakshatra and Pada for Kanishka
Begins with Ka (కా), the starting syllable of Pada 3 of Mrigashira Nakshatra (మృగశిర).
Rashi: Mithuna (Gemini) · Deity: Soma · Ruling planet: Mars
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kanishka mean?
Kanishka (కనిష్క) is used for a boy. In brief: The great Kushan emperor. This is a short summary in AAGO's own words and has not been independently verified, so please confirm it with your family or priest.
Which Nakshatra is the name Kanishka for?
Kanishka begins with Ka, which is the starting syllable of Pada 3 of Mrigashira Nakshatra (మృగశిర) under the commonly used convention. Practices vary between families, so check with your elders or priest.
How is Kanishka written in Telugu?
The usual Telugu spelling is కనిష్క.
Curated by AAGO and cross-checked against public name sources. Meanings are brief summaries and have not been independently verified, so please confirm your final choice with elders or a priest. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.