Kashish
Kashish is a Hindu unisex name of Persian, via Urdu and Hindi origin, meaning “Attraction, pull”.
| Meaning | Attraction, pull |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Persian, via Urdu and Hindi |
| Written as | कशिश |
| Pronunciation | KUH-shish |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh, Muslim |
| Used in | India, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Kashish
Kashish comes from the Persian kashish, 'attraction' or 'pull', from the verb kashidan, 'to draw'. It entered Hindi and Urdu as a poetic word for charm or allure and became a fashionable given name in India from the 1990s. It is used for girls more often than for boys. It is not Sanskrit in origin, despite sometimes being listed that way.
Is Kashish a Hindu name?
Kashish has no religious meaning; it is a Persian-origin word-name used by Hindu, Sikh and Muslim families alike.
How popular is Kashish?
Popular in north India, especially for girls.
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Spellings and variants of Kashish
Names similar to Kashish
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kashish mean?
Kashish means 'Attraction, pull'. It is of Persian, via Urdu and Hindi origin.
Is Kashish a Hindu name?
Kashish has no religious meaning; it is a Persian-origin word-name used by Hindu, Sikh and Muslim families alike.
How do you pronounce Kashish?
Kashish is pronounced KUH-shish.
Is Kashish a boy or girl name?
Kashish is used for both boys and girls.