Kishen
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Kishen first appeared in US Social Security records in 1995.
Over 16 babies have been named Kishen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kishen is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,148 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #36,148
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Kishen
Kishen is a boy name .
Kishen is currently ranked #36,148 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kishen include Kis, Kish, Kishy, Kishie, Kiy, Kiie, and Kiskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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