Kishan
Kishan is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,248 in the US, popular nicknames include Kis, Kiy, and Kisie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kishan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 1,029 babies have been named Kishan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kishan is past its peak , currently ranked #9,248 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,248
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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About the Name Kishan
Kishan is a boy name .
Kishan is currently ranked #9,248 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kishan include Kis, Kiy, Kisie, and Kishie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis