Boy Name · English Origin
Kashif
Kashif is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Pure hearted". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Kashif often also consider Khalif.
Kashif meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Pure hearted
Origin: English naming roots help connect Kashif to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Kashif as K·A·S·H·I·F, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Kashif is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Kashif variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Kashifa, Kashife, Kashify, Kashi.
- Nicknames: Kas and K.
- Middle names: Pair Kashif with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Kashif middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Khalif, Kawika, Karter, Karson, Kamden — full picks on the sibling names for Kashif guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Kashif? Browse our names like Kashif guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Kashif
What does the name Kashif mean?
Kashif means "Pure hearted" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Kashif?
Kashif originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Kashif?
Kashif has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Kashif a boy's or girl's name?
Kashif is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Kashif in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Kashif sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Kashif?
Names that share Kashif's sound and style include Khalif, Kawika, Karter, Karson, Kamden.
What middle names pair well with Kashif?
Good middle-name fits for Kashif pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Kashif is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Kashif is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Kashif?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Kashif share its rhythm without rhyming — Khalif, Kawika, Karter all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.