Kashish

Meaning & origin

Kashish first entered U.S. birth records in 2000, and while it has never cracked the top 1000, it reached its peak popularity in 2011, ranking 2,349th for girls. Since then, its usage has remained stable, with a trajectory that shows no dramatic rise or fall. The name has been recorded for girls more than 95% of the time, making it overwhelmingly feminine. While Kashish lacks a specific concentration in any U.S. state, its use reflects the broader appeal of Persian-origin names in multicultural America. The name's meaning, 'attraction' or 'fascination', gives it a poetic quality that resonates with parents seeking a name with a graceful sound and a positive, abstract meaning. As a name that is both familiar to South Asian communities and accessible to English speakers, Kashish strikes a balance between cultural resonance and cross-cultural appeal.

Kashish is of Persian origin, entering Urdu and Hindi through the Persian word 'kashish' meaning 'attraction' or 'magnetism'. It is most commonly used as a feminine name in South Asia, particularly among Muslim and Sikh communities. The name saw a rise in use in the United States starting in the 2000s, reflecting broader trends of names from the subcontinent gaining popularity in diaspora communities.