Kashanti
kah-SHAN-tee
Kashanti is a girl’s name of African origin, meaning “An African name meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'. It reflects a serene and composed demeanor.”, and peaked in popularity in 2002.
What Kashanti Means
“An African name meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'. It reflects a serene and composed demeanor.”
The Story of Kashanti
A name that carries the stillness of a deep breath, arriving from across the ocean.
Kashanti is an African name, meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful.' Its presence in the 1990s and early 2000s brought a gentle, serene quality, a reminder of inner tranquility.
When you say Kashanti, you feel a sense of peace settling over you. This is a name for your daughter, one you imagine will possess a naturally serene demeanor, a considerate soul.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#21 in 2002
Total Births
51
First Recorded
1996
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