Kashif
Kashif is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Discoverer, pioneer, or revealer.
Origin and history
Kashif is a male name of Arabic origin that translates to 'discoverer' or 'revealer'. It is moderately used within Arabic-speaking communities and Muslim families worldwide. In the United States, it remains a uncommon name with consistent, low-frequency usage.
Popularity in the United States
921 babies in the United States have been named Kashif since 1880. It ranks #3757 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1874.
States where it is most popular
- NY (52.9 %)
- NJ (17.4 %)
- CA (12 %)
- PA (9.9 %)
- FL (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 56 |
| 1980-1990 | 407 |
| 1990-2000 | 212 |
| 2000-2010 | 110 |
| 2010-2019 | 83 |
| 2020-2029 | 53 |
Famous people named Kashif
- Kashif Saleem: Musician, Producer
- Kashif Siddiqi: Footballer, Philanthropist
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Arabic root k-sh-f, which relates to uncovering or revealing truth.
- American musician and producer Michael Jones adopted the stage name Kashif in the 1970s, helping popularize the name in American culture.