Kishen
boy nameKishen entered the US charts in 1995, peaked at #7971 in 1996, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1995–2025
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rank today
#7971
peak (1996)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8701 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kishen are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kishen alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kishen in 2025?
- Kishen is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kishen most popular?
- Kishen peaked in 1996, reaching #7971 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kishen with classmates?
- Kishen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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