Kasha
Girl name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Kasha: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 1992.
Derived from several cultural roots, Kasha is most familiar to English and Scottish speakers as a diminutive of the Russian name Natasha, itself a short form of Natalia, meaning "birthday" or "Christmas Day" in Latin. It also stands independently in Polish and Yiddish as a feminine name, sometimes linked to the Slavic word for porridge, though this is a folk association rather than a true etymological root. Notable bearers include American singer Kasha Kropinski, known for her bluegrass and folk music. The name’s strongest place connection lies indirectly through Saint Natalia, whose name inspired many places in the Eastern Orthodox world. In modern Scottish usage, Kasha remains a rare but charming choice, offering a lively, international alternative to more common K-names like Keira or Kate. Its soft, rhythmic sound gives it a gentle yet distinctive feel.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19924 babies
- Latest (1992)
- #5484 babies
- Total births
- 4since 1992
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y