Having long hair or slayer of the demon Keshi
In Sanskrit, Keshav is an epithet of the Hindu gods Krishna and Vishnu. It is often interpreted as 'one who has beautiful long hair' or refers to the legend of Krishna defeating the horse-demon Keshi.
Less common today
Keshav isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,117 in 2025.
South African international cricketer
Two-time Olympic gold medalist in field hockey
Founder of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
