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Krillin
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- Krillin
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The masculine first name Krillin has its roots in the Japanese name Kuririn, created for the manga 'Kuririn'. Transferred, this name means 'the chestnut brown one'.
What does the name Krillin mean?
The boy's name Krillin originally comes from the Japanese Kuririn, created for the manga 'Kuririn'. Its transferred meaning is 'the chestnut brown one'. The name is derived from the Japanese element kuri (栗), which means 'nut' and 'chestnut'. Sometimes it is also interpreted as 'shaved monk's head'.
Where does the name Krillin come from?
Krillin is a masculine first name of Japanese origin that carries the meaning 'the chestnut brown one'. The name is composed of the Japanese word kuri (栗) for 'nut' and 'chestnut'.
How do you pronounce Krillin?
Kri-lin
Popularity
In Germany, Krillin is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd on the list of the most common male first names. In the last ten years, it has been given less than 10 times, placing it 9,638th for the decade. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 10,904th. The worldwide popularity and frequency of Krillin is reflected in its recent rankings in various countries.
Frequently asked questions about the name Krillin
Where does the name Krillin come from?
Krillin is a masculine first name of Japanese origin and is known from the manga 'Dragon Ball', in which the character Kuririn plays a central role.
What does the name Krillin mean?
The meaning of the name Krillin is derived from the Japanese word 'kuri' (栗), which means 'nut' or 'chestnut'. It is often interpreted as 'the chestnut brown one'.
How popular is the name Krillin?
Krillin is not very common in Germany and other countries, as it is strongly associated with manga and anime culture and is considered a unique or exotic name.