Will my child share the name Kishan with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 9 UK babies named Kishan per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Kishan in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Kishan becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Kishan is rising: up 242 places since 2020, to #2,440 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #379 in 1996.

Is Kishan a good choice for a distinctive name?

Kishan is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Kishan a popular baby name in the United States?

Kishan does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Kishan is a distinctive choice, ranked #2440 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Kishan in their class.

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About the Name Kishan

Kishan has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 240 places in five years. It was most popular in 1996 at #379 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Kishan is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Kishan in their class.