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Kash

Boy name · 15 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Kash: 15 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 6 births in 2017.

Of Punjabi and Sanskrit origin, Kash means "to shine" or "to be visible," and is often short for longer names like Kashish (attraction) or Kashyap (a sage in Hindu tradition). One prominent modern bearer is Kash Farooq, a Scottish professional boxer who has won multiple national titles, making the name familiar in Scottish sports circles. While there are no direct place connections for the name itself, the Kashmir region shares a common etymological root with Kash through the Kashyap rishi, which is echoed in the Valley of Kashmir. Variants include Kasch and Cash, with the latter gaining popularity as a standalone name in English-speaking countries. In Scotland, Kash has seen a modest but steady rise since the 2000s, reflecting the nation's growing multicultural heritage.