Kashmir

Kashmir Meaning & Origin

About Kashmir
The name "Kashmir" is derived from the Sanskrit word "Kashyapa-mira," which means "Land of Kashyapa." It refers to the region located in the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, primarily in the Himalayan mountains. Kashmir is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and historical significance. It has been a disputed territory between India and Pakistan, with both countries claiming sovereignty over the region.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Kashmir are male.

Kashmir Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 38.19% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
KXMR
🗽 NYSIIS
CASNA
🔊 Soundex
K020506
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
K AE1 SH M IH0 R
🌐 IPA
/ˈkæʃmɪr/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('KXMR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
K256

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Kashmir in Braille

Here's how to represent Kashmir in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Kashmir in braille

How to Spell the Name Kashmir in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Kashmir using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Kashmir in sign language

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