Krishnamurti
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Krishnamurti (/krɪʃnəˈmʊərti/ KRISH-nə-MOOR-tee) is a South Indian name. It has several variants in English alphabet renditions.
Variants
The following is a non-exhaustive list. Some spellings separate the name elements (see § Etymology and usage), e.g. Krishna Murti. English-language renditions generally follow corresponding variations of the name in regional Indian languages.
- Krishnamoorthi
- Krishnamoorthy
- Krishnamoorti
- Krishnamoorty
- Krishnamurthi
- Krishnamurthy
- Krishnamurty
Etymology and usage
The name is a compound of Sanskrit origin, derived from the Hindu deity Krishna and the term murti (form), meaning "in the form (or image) of Krishna". In regional Indian naming conventions it is usually a given name, but it may also be a family name. In other cases it may be westernized as a surname.
People
Non-Indian nationality is noted when known.