Soft wool; from the Kashmir region
A modern spelling of Kashmir, referring to the northern geographical region of the Indian subcontinent. The name is synonymous with the luxurious, soft wool produced by Kashmir goats, suggesting comfort and high value.
Less common today
Kashmere isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,288 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
