Kashif

Meaning of Kashif

As a masculine given name, Kashif (Arabic/Urdu pronunciation: kah-SHEEF; IPA: /kɑːˈʃiːf/) derives from the Arabic verbal root k-ʃ-f, signifying “to uncover” or “to reveal,” and thus embodies qualities of discovery, insight, and revelation. Historically widespread in Arabic-speaking regions and subsequently assimilated into Urdu nomenclature, the name carries theological resonance through its evocation of the act of unveiling hidden truths. A longitudinal analysis of U.S. Social Security Administration data reveals that its adoption among newborn boys has remained modest and variable, reaching a peak of sixty-nine occurrences (628th rank) in 1985 before stabilizing at between five and twelve annual registrations in recent years, with six occurrences (918th rank) recorded in 2024. This statistical trajectory underscores Kashif’s sustained yet niche presence within Anglo-American communities of Middle Eastern and South Asian heritage, reflecting the interplay of linguistic legacy and selective integration in contemporary American onomastic practice.

Pronunciation

Arabic,Urdu

• Pronunced as kah-SHEEF (/kɑːˈʃiːf/)

• Kaspar
• Kasim
• Keshav
• Kaseem