Ankush
boy nameAnkush entered the US charts in 1986, peaked at #5096 in 1991, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1986–2025
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rank today
#5096
peak (1991)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6977 |
| 1990s | #6727 |
| 2000s | #8906 |
| 2010s | #11228 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Ankush are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ankush alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ankush in 2025?
- Ankush is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ankush most popular?
- Ankush peaked in 1991, reaching #5096 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ankush with classmates?
- Ankush will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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