Kurian
For the village in Iran, see Kharian, Iran.
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.
Varghese Kurien, also known as Amul Kurien is also a reputable personality with name Kurien.
Famous people named Kurian
- P. J. Kurian, Former Union Minister of State.
- Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara.
- Thomas Kurian, Executive Vice President of Oracle Corporation
- V. J. Kurian, Managing Director of the Cochin International Airport
- P. V. Kurian, revolutionary Indian social activist
- Diana Mariam Kurian (Nayantara), Indian film actress
- Dalma Kurian (Mithra Kurian), Indian film actress
- Mathew Kurian (M. Kurian) founder C.R.O.S.S (Comprehensive Rural Operation Service Society)
- Susheel Kurien - Human activist for elevation of SC/ST and untouchables of Kerala in India.
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