Anuj
boy nameAnuj entered the US charts in 1969, peaked at #2236 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1969–2025
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rank today
#2236
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4404 |
| 1970s | #4090 |
| 1980s | #2913 |
| 1990s | #3502 |
| 2000s | #3389 |
| 2010s | #5545 |
| 2020s | #10848 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Anuj are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Anuj alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Anuj in 2025?
- Anuj is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Anuj most popular?
- Anuj peaked in 1979, reaching #2236 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Anuj with classmates?
- Anuj will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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