Kishon
Kishon is a boy baby name. Ranked #21,513 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
Kishon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 262 babies have been named Kishon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kishon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,513 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,513
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Kishon is also used as a girl name, ranked #60309.
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About the Name Kishon
Kishon is a boy name .
Is Kishon a boy or girl name? Kishon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #21,513 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #60,309. Kishon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kishon is currently ranked #21,513 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kishon 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