Kash Boy

Popularity: #273 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: Kash //kæʃ//

Origin: Hebrew; Sanskrit

Meaning: Hebrew: 'king'; Sanskrit: 'treasure'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Kash has its roots in the ancient Sanskrit word "kāśa," which translates to "shining" or "brightness." This term evolved through various linguistic stages, influencing several cultures and languages. The name is also associated with the Kashmiri region in India, which has historical significance and is often linked to beauty and richness, further enhancing the name's connotations of light and brilliance.

The transition of the name into English likely occurred through the influence of Indian culture and the diaspora, particularly during the British colonial period when interest in Indian names and their meanings grew in the West. Historically, the name Kash can be connected to various cultural narratives.

In Hindu mythology, the name is sometimes associated with the sage Kashyapa, a revered figure who is considered one of the seven great sages or Saptarishi. This sage is credited with significant contributions to Vedic literature and cosmology, and his legacy has been preserved in various texts over centuries.

Additionally, the name has been embraced in different forms across cultures, often reflecting attributes of wisdom and enlightenment, which are significant in many spiritual traditions. Culturally, the name Kash resonates with themes of illumination and clarity, often symbolizing a guiding light or a source of inspiration.

It embodies qualities that are traditionally valued in many societies, such as knowledge, insight, and purity. The name's association with brightness and clarity makes it a fitting choice in various cultural contexts, emphasizing the importance of enlightenment in personal and communal narratives.

While diminutive forms or variations may exist, the essence of Kash remains tied to its luminous origins, reflecting a rich tapestry of historical and cultural significance.

Famous people named Kash

In this section, you will find notable people named Kash. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Kash who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Kash who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Kash Doll is a rapper and songwriter best known for Ice Me Out, Expose Me, and Brinks Truck.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Kash, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kash was first seen in the United States in 1916.

Kash has ranked as high as #452 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and Louisiana.

In the past 5 years the name Kash has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Kash is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kash was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kash.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 1,206 1,183 23
2024 1,164 1,148 16
2023 1,347 1,327 20
2022 1,468 1,446 22
2021 1,510 1,481 29
2020 1,405 1,380 25
2019 1,209 1,183 26
2018 1,078 1,049 29
2017 960 943 17
2016 927 908 19
2015 856 844 12
2014 852 841 11
2013 737 725 12
2012 515 507 8
2011 381 381 0
2010 413 413 0
2009 335 327 8
2008 286 286 0
2007 167 167 0
2006 140 140 0
2005 84 84 0
2004 67 67 0
2003 63 63 0
2002 44 44 0
2001 34 34 0
2000 21 21 0
1999 24 24 0
1998 17 17 0
1997 28 28 0
1996 21 21 0
1995 19 19 0
1994 16 16 0
1993 16 16 0
1992 18 18 0
1991 15 15 0
1990 18 18 0
1989 13 13 0
1988 10 10 0
1987 15 15 0
1986 5 5 0
1985 6 6 0
1984 7 7 0
1983 5 5 0
1982 9 9 0
1981 7 7 0
1979 16 11 5
1978 9 9 0
1970 6 6 0
1969 10 10 0
1966 5 5 0
1964 6 6 0
1963 5 5 0
1962 6 6 0
1961 5 5 0
1960 9 9 0
1959 6 6 0
1958 6 6 0
1934 5 5 0
1922 6 6 0
1917 5 5 0
1916 6 6 0

Top States for Kash (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 137
12%
CA 71
6%
FL 69
6%
GA 62
6%
PA 50
4%
NC 44
4%
OH 43
4%
IN 41
4%
LA 37
3%
IL 35
3%
MO 34
3%
AL 32
3%
KY 31
3%
TN 29
3%
MI 28
2%
AR 27
2%
MS 27
2%
NY 26
2%
AZ 25
2%
SC 24
2%
MD 23
2%
WA 21
2%
VA 21
2%
IA 20
2%
OK 18
2%
CO 17
2%
MN 16
1%
WV 14
1%
NE 14
1%
WI 10
1%
KS 10
1%
OR 9
1%
UT 9
1%
ID 7
1%
NJ 7
1%
NV 7
1%
MT 6
1%
HI 6
1%
MA 6
1%
ND 5
0%
NM 5
0%