Kash

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Pronounced KASH /kæʃ/High

Meaning: Hollow place; a phonetic spelling variant of CashMedium

In 30 seconds: A bold phonetic spelling of Cash, the English surname meaning 'hollow place.' Kash carries all the cool currency of its more common twin with a distinctive K-opening that gives it extra edge — short, punchy, and memorable.

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Origin MediumEnglish, American

MeaningHollow place; a phonetic spelling variant of Cash

U.S. rank (2025)#286 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births1,183 boys (0.06% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 17,352

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Kash is a variant spelling of Cash, an English topographic surname from the Old Norman French casse or Old English caesc, referring to a hollow or a person who lived near one. The spelling with K reflects modern American phonetic naming conventions, analogous to the substitution of K for C in names like Kole, Kolt, and Kaleb.

As a given name, Kash entered U.S. birth records in the 21st century alongside Cash, gaining particular appeal among parents who wanted the same cool word-name sound with a slightly more distinctive spelling. It has been in the U.S. top 500 for boys.

Did you know? The spelling Kash may also reflect the Sanskrit kash (to shine), used in some South Asian naming traditions, giving the name an interesting cross-cultural resonance.

Overall data confidence 72%

U.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

CashCashe

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kash mean?

Kash is a variant spelling of Cash, which is an Old English surname meaning 'hollow' or 'hollow place.'

How do you pronounce Kash?

It is said KASH /kæʃ/ — one syllable.

Is Kash a boy or girl name?

Kash is used almost exclusively as a boys' name.

How popular is Kash?

Kash has been in the U.S. top 500 for boys in recent years.