mohan

Mohan is a masculine given name of Indian origin. It derives from the Sanskrit mohana, meaning charming or enchanting, and is often interpreted as “the attractor of the mind.” In Hindu devotional literature, Mohan is an epithet of Krishna, emphasizing his role as the enchanter who captivates devotees.

The name is widely used in India and across the South Asian diaspora. It is common across languages such as Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada, with pronunciation generally close to “MO-han.” While primarily a given name, Mohan also appears as a surname in some communities and may form part of longer names.

There are numerous notable people with the given name Mohan in fields including cinema, science, and public service, reflecting its broad usage in Indian society.