Unknown; possibly a modern American creation
Kashana is a rare contemporary name with no singular, established etymological root. It likely emerged in the United States as a rhythmic, phonetic invention, possibly influenced by names like Keisha, Shawna, or the Sanskrit name Kashana (meaning 'rubbing' or 'testing'), though its usage in the West is primarily stylistic.
Less common today
Kashana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,198 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
