Kailash
Meaningsacred Himalayan peak · Sanskrit
Kailash is an Indian boy name meaning “sacred Himalayan peak”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Hidden namesLook closely: Kailash has the names Aila and Kai hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Kailash would score 14 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationKailash is having its moment right now. Most Kailashs are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Kailash would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 113,636 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryKailash first shows up in US birth records in 1997, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 28 years since.
US births per million boys, 1997–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Kailash
Kailash is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “sacred Himalayan peak”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades and is still gaining fans. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
Other spellings of Kailash
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Kailash
What does the name Kailash mean?
Kailash means “sacred Himalayan peak” and comes from Sanskrit.
What is the origin of the name Kailash?
Kailash is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Kailash a boy or girl name?
Kailash is a boy name. In 2025, 15 US boys were named Kailash.
How popular is the name Kailash?
Kailash ranked #5,861 for US boys in 2025, given to 15 babies. Its best year was 2021, when it reached #4,780. Over the last five years it has climbed 435 places.
What names are similar to Kailash?
If you like Kailash, you might also like Kailas. Kailas is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Kailash?
Kailash is an Indian boy name meaning “sacred Himalayan peak”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.