Kanishka
Kanishka is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,628 in the US, popular nicknames include Kan, Kay, and Kanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kanishka first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.
Over 70 babies have been named Kanishka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kanishka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,628 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,628
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Kanishka
Kanishka is a girl name .
Kanishka is currently ranked #21,628 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kanishka include Kan, Kay, Kanie, and Kaniie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kanishka include Kaniyah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis