Declining since 2021, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Bash since 2014
Babies named Bash per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 51 |
| 2020s | 91 |
Meaning & origin
Bash is a rare modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2014. Its peak popularity came in 2022, but it has been falling since 2021, with a rank of 6,446 in 2023, making it about a 1-in-131,390 choice for boys. Its origins are unclear and likely invented or borrowed from a nickname. With its short, punchy sound, Bash fits the trend of single-syllable names for boys but remains a distinctive choice given its scarcity.
Bash is a modern coinage that may have arisen as a nickname or short form of names like Sebastian or Abner, or as a word name inspired by 'bashful' or 'to bash'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 2014, reflecting the trend of short, punchy names. Its usage remains rare, with no long-standing cultural or linguistic roots.
Sibling names for Bash
Names that share Bash's style, for a brother or sister.
