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Cashmir

KASH-meer · Of debated origin; possibly a variant of Casimir, meaning 'proclaimer of peace' (from Slavic 'kaziti' + 'miru').

2025 rank (boys)
#5,608
Babies named in 2025
16
Peak popularity
2022
2025 frequency
1 in 106,755 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2022

Declining since 2022, #5,608 for boys today.

Popularity of Cashmir since 2001

Babies named Cashmir per year in U.S. Social Security records.

8152320102020Most births 2022GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
2000s60
2010s062
2020s5101

Meaning & origin

Cashmir is a modern respelling of the Slavic classic Casimir, first recorded for U.S. boys in 2010. Its rank on the Social Security list for 2025 is 5,608, translating to a 1-in-106,755 probability of selection. After reaching a peak rank of 5,608 (a coincidence; the actual peak year was 2022), usage has been falling since 2022. The name has not registered significant popularity in any single state. Its appeal lies in its fashionable 'Cash' prefix and the solid historical backing of Casimir, which has connections to Polish royalty and saints. Parents attracted to both contemporary sounds and traditional roots may find Cashmir a distinctive choice that bridges centuries of use.

Cashmir is a modern respelling of Casimir, a name of Slavic origin derived from the elements 'kaziti' (to proclaim) and 'miru' (peace), thus 'proclaimer of peace'. Casimir was borne by several Polish saints and rulers, and the variant Cashmir has emerged in English-speaking countries since the early 21st century.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Cash, Cas, Caz

Variants: Casimir, Kazimir, Kazimierz

Sibling names for Cashmir

Names that share Cashmir's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Cashmir mean?
Cashmir is a modern variant of Casimir, which traditionally means 'proclaimer of peace' (from Slavic elements).
How popular is Cashmir?
In 2025, Cashmir ranked 5,608 for baby boys in the U.S., with a 1-in-106,755 chance of being chosen. Its peak popularity was in 2022, and it has been declining in use since.
Is Cashmir a boy or girl name?
Cashmir is primarily used as a boy's name, though the similar spelling 'Cashmere' is occasionally used for girls.