Kasch
A diminutive form of the German name "Kaspar", derived from Persian meaning "treasure holder".
Name Census estimates that about 189 living Americans carry the first name Kasch. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kasch today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kasch births was 2014 (19 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kasch. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
189
~ 1 in 1,813,515 Americans
Peak year
2014
19 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2022 SSA rank
#13,308
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Kasch: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kasch from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 115 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kasch by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kasch during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kasch
The name Kasch has its roots in ancient Germanic languages and is believed to have originated in the region that is now modern-day Germany. The name is derived from the Old High German word "kasc," which means "brave" or "courageous." This suggests that Kasch was initially given as a name to honor those who displayed bravery or valor.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kasch can be found in the Codex Aureus, a 9th-century illuminated manuscript from the Benedictine monastery of St. Emmeram in Regensburg, Germany. In this text, a monk named Kasch is mentioned, indicating that the name was in use during the Carolingian period.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Kasch. One such figure was Kasch von Kuttenberg (c. 1290-1349), a German architect and sculptor who is best known for his work on the St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague, Czech Republic. His intricate stone carvings and architectural designs have been celebrated for their beauty and craftsmanship.
In the 15th century, Kasch Ritter (c. 1420-1489) was a German mercenary and military leader who fought in various conflicts across Europe. He gained a reputation for his strategic prowess and bravery on the battlefield, which aligned with the name's original meaning of courage.
Another significant figure was Kasch von Calenberg (1473-1537), a German nobleman and statesman who served as a councilor to several Holy Roman Emperors. He played a crucial role in the diplomatic affairs of his time and was highly regarded for his wisdom and political acumen.
In the realm of literature, Kasch Goethe (1749-1832), the younger brother of the renowned German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, was a noted painter and etcher. Although overshadowed by his famous sibling, Kasch Goethe's artistic works and contributions to the cultural landscape of his time have been recognized and celebrated.
While the name Kasch may not be as common today as it once was, its historical significance and connection to bravery and valor have endured through the ages. These examples demonstrate the rich heritage and diverse backgrounds of individuals who have carried this name throughout history.
People
Kasch + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kasch as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kasch: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kasch?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 189 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kasch going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,813,515 US residents.
Is Kasch a common name?
We classify Kasch as "Very Rare". It ranks above 73.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 191 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kasch most popular?
The single biggest year for Kasch was 2014, when 19 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kasch is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kasch in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kasch a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kasch in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kasch still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kasch in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kasch can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Kasch?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.