Ankur
boy nameAnkur entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #1520 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#1520
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2869 |
| 1980s | #2041 |
| 1990s | #3557 |
| 2000s | #8790 |
| 2010s | #11497 |
Living bearers
About 600 people named Ankur are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ankur alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ankur in 2025?
- Ankur is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ankur most popular?
- Ankur peaked in 1981, reaching #1520 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ankur with classmates?
- Ankur will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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