Kasha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAH-sha / /ˈkæʃə/Slavic; Japanese
Meaning
Slavic: pure; Japanese: a type of rice
Historical & Cultural Background
Kasha is a name of Slavic origin, often associated with the meaning of purity. In Slavic cultures, it can also refer to a type of porridge made from grains. In Japan, Kasha refers to a type of rice, highlighting its agricultural significance. The name has gained some popularity in various cultures, reflecting a blend of Eastern and Western influences.
Trend Summary
Kasha has seen limited popularity in the U.S., remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kasia
- Kashia
International Variants
- Kasia (Polish)
- Kasha (Russian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kasha was first seen in the United States in 1964. Kasha has ranked as high as #1141 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Kansas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Kasha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kasha (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 31 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 31 |
| 1976 | 43 |
| 1977 | 45 |
| 1978 | 40 |
| 1979 | 49 |
| 1980 | 39 |
| 1981 | 44 |
| 1982 | 40 |
| 1983 | 30 |
| 1984 | 27 |
| 1985 | 45 |
| 1986 | 51 |
| 1987 | 49 |
| 1988 | 67 |
| 1989 | 79 |
| 1990 | 86 |
| 1991 | 64 |
| 1992 | 54 |
| 1993 | 44 |
| 1994 | 38 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1996 | 38 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |