Kurian

Kurian (also spelt Kurien) is a male given name common amongst Saint Thomas Christians in Kerala, India.

It is a derivative of 'Kuriakose', believed to have originated from Saint Quiricus who is known as Saint Kuriakose in the Syriac liturgy.

Famous people named Kurian

  • P. V. Kurian, revolutionary Indian social activist
  • V. J. Kurian IAS, Managing Director, Cochin International Airport Limited
  • Thomas Kurian, Executive Vice President of Oracle Corporation

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