Kaushik Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOW-shik / ˈkaʊʃɪkSanskrit
Meaning
one who is intelligent; wise
Historical & Cultural Background
Kaushik is a name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used in India. It is often associated with the sage Vishwamitra, who is also known as Kaushika. The name is prevalent in Hindu culture and is linked to various mythological narratives. It reflects qualities of wisdom and intelligence.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaushik
- Koushik
International Variants
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Famous people named Kaushik
Kaushik Basu is an Indian economist known for his work in development economics and as a former Chief Economist at the World Bank.
Kaushik Mukherjee is an Indian filmmaker recognized for his contributions to Bengali cinema.
Fictional characters named Kaushik
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaushik was first seen in the United States in 1981. Kaushik has ranked as high as #1265 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Kaushik has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaushik (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |