Ankush
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Ankush first appeared in US Social Security records in 1986.
Over 163 babies have been named Ankush in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ankush is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,219 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #37,219
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Ankush
Ankush is a boy name .
Ankush is currently ranked #37,219 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ankush include Ank, Anku, Ankuy, Ankuie, Any, Anie, and Ankkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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