Kanishk Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkuh-NISHK / /kəˈnɪʃk/Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
gold; precious
Historical & Cultural Background
Kanishk is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Kanishka,' which is associated with wealth and preciousness. In Indian history, Kanishka was a notable emperor of the Kushan dynasty, known for his contributions to art and Buddhism. The name is also used in modern Hindi-speaking cultures, where it retains its connotations of value and richness.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kanishka
- Kanish
International Variants
- Kanishka (Hindi)
Famous people named Kanishk
Kanishk Singh — Indian politician.
Kanishk Tharoor — Indian author.
Fictional characters named Kanishk
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kanishk was first seen in the United States in 2002. Kanishk has ranked as high as #1336 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Kanishk has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kanishk (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |