Kavish
A variant of the Sanskrit name Kaavish meaning "poet, poetic".
Name Census estimates that about 363 living Americans carry the first name Kavish. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kavish today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kavish births was 2021 (35 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kavish. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Kavish with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
363
~ 1 in 944,227 Americans
Peak year
2021
35 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2024 SSA rank
#6,302
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Kavish: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kavish 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 215 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Kavish remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kavish 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 Kavish during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kavishs live
Origin
Meaning and history of Kavish
The name Kavish is primarily of Sanskrit origin, with roots tracing back to ancient India and Hindu mythology. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "kavish," which means "poet" or "wise one." This linguistic connection suggests that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals renowned for their poetic talents or philosophical wisdom.
In Vedic texts and ancient Hindu scriptures, the word "kavish" is often associated with the revered rishis, or sages, who were known for their profound spiritual insights and their ability to compose sacred hymns and mantras. The name Kavish, therefore, carries a connotation of reverence and respect for those who possess deep knowledge and understanding of the divine.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kavish can be found in the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, Kavish is mentioned as the name of a rishi who played a significant role in imparting wisdom and guiding the protagonists on their journey. This reference highlights the name's association with wisdom and spiritual guidance.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kavish. One of the most renowned was Kavish Goswami (1496-1594), a revered saint and poet from the Braj region of northern India. He was a prominent figure in the Bhakti movement and composed numerous devotional poems and songs in praise of Lord Krishna.
Another prominent figure was Kavish Chandra Dutt (1835-1909), a Bengali poet and writer who played a pivotal role in the Bengali Renaissance. His literary works helped shape the cultural and intellectual landscape of 19th-century Bengal, and he was renowned for his poetic prowess and philosophical depth.
In the realm of music, Kavish Seth (born 1985) is a contemporary Indian singer and composer who has gained recognition for his soulful renditions of Sufi and devotional songs. His melodies and lyrics often explore themes of spirituality and the human experience, reflecting the name's association with wisdom and poetry.
Kavish Nair (born 1987) is an Indian author and screenwriter known for his thought-provoking novels and scripts that delve into complex social and philosophical themes. His works have garnered critical acclaim and further exemplify the name's connection with intellectual depth and literary prowess.
Lastly, Kavish Bhalotia (born 1990) is an Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist who has made significant contributions to various social causes, particularly in the areas of education and healthcare. His efforts to uplift underprivileged communities and promote positive change reflect the name's connotation of wisdom and benevolence.
People
Kavish + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kavish: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kavish?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 363 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kavish 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 944,227 US residents.
Is Kavish a common name?
We classify Kavish as "Very Rare". It ranks above 81.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 366 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kavish most popular?
The single biggest year for Kavish was 2021, when 35 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kavish is about 10 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 Kavish in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kavish a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kavish 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 Kavish still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kavish 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 Kavish 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 Kavish?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.