Kashmir Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKASH-meer / /ˈkæʃ.mɪr/Persian; Indian
Meaning
Persian: king; Indian: land of the Kashmiri people
Historical & Cultural Background
In Persian, Kashmir refers to a region known for its beauty and rich cultural heritage. In Indian context, it is associated with the Kashmiri people and their historical significance in the subcontinent.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Cashmere
International Variants
- Kashmir (English)
Famous people named Kashmir
Kashmir Hill — journalist.
Kashmir Kahn — artist.
Fictional characters named Kashmir
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kashmir was first seen in the United States in 2001. Kashmir has ranked as high as #1213 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Georgia, New York, North Carolina, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Kashmir has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kashmir (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 14 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| GA | 14 | |
| TX | 14 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| SC | 8 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| LA | 5 | |
| WI | 5 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 37 |
| 2016 | 56 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 79 |
| 2019 | 105 |
| 2020 | 137 |
| 2021 | 131 |
| 2022 | 180 |
| 2023 | 163 |
| 2024 | 162 |