Kanishka

Meaning of Kanishka

Kanishka is a unique and beautiful name for a baby girl. It has its origins in ancient India and is derived from the Sanskrit language. The name Kanishka is associated with qualities such as intelligence, creativity, and independence. In terms of pronunciation, it is pronounced as kuh-NISH-kuh (kəˈnɪʃkə). Although not extremely popular in the United States, the name Kanishka has been steadily increasing in popularity over the years. It ranked 12,113th in occurrence in 2020, with 7 babies being given this name. This name carries an air of individuality and charm that makes it a wonderful choice for parents looking for something distinctive for their daughter.

Pronunciation

  • Pronunced as kuh-NISH-kuh (/kəˈnɪʃkə/)

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Notable People Named Kanishka

Kanishka Pandey is an Indian sports researcher, writer, and the head of sports research center at the Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, as well as the founder President of non-profit organization Sports: A Way of Life, and has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate for his research on Sports Philosophy.
Kanishka Biswas is an Associate Professor at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research in Bangalore, specializing in renewable energy and clean environment research.
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