Cashmere Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Cashmere

"Archaic spelling of Kashmir."

Multiple origins Origin Gender-Neutral 📈 Peak 2020 👥 1,304 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Archaic spelling of Kashmir.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
1,304
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Cashmere Mean?

Cashmere is a given name derived from the wool, which has a luxurious image. The name is also a surname.

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Cashmere is a given name derived from the wool, which has a luxurious image. The name is also a surname.

Root Element
Cashmere
Core Meaning
"Archaic spelling of Kashmir."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Cashmere

C 3
A 1
S 1
H 8
M 4
E 5
R 9
E 5
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
11
Soul Urge
Intuition & Insight
7
Personality
Wisdom & Introspection

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

📊 Cashmere in Numbers

1,304 US bearers
2020 Peak year
Gender-Neutral Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Cashmere" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Archaic spelling of Kashmir.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~1,304 people named Cashmere in the US. Peaked in 2020 with 65 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Cashmere?

The Life Path number for Cashmere is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 11. Personality: 7.

Is Cashmere a boy or girl name?

Cashmere is Gender-Neutral. Based on US data, 47% male and 53% female.

How many people are named Cashmere in the US?

Approximately 1,304 people in the United States are named Cashmere. The name peaked in 2020 with 65 recorded uses.

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