Kanish Boy

Popularity: #918 · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationKAH-nish / /ˈkɑː.nɪʃ/

Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning

King; Ruler

Historical & Cultural Background

In Sanskrit, Kanish is derived from 'Kanishka,' a name associated with a prominent king of the Kushan Empire, known for his contributions to art and Buddhism. In Hindi, it is often used as a modern name reflecting leadership and authority.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Kanishk
  • Kanishka

International Variants

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Sibling Suggestions

KaranKiranKavishKunalKartikKavya

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kanish was first seen in the United States in 2012. Kanish has ranked as high as #1354 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kanish has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Kanish

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20125
20146
20246