Russ vs Kush

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Russ

Boy #6,505 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"red-haired, ruddy complexion"

Origin: Old French/Norman

English American Scottish

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Boy #4,566 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of Ham (Biblical)"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew Indian Ethiopian African

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Russ Rank #6,505

Kush Rank #4,566

Kush is more popular, ranked #4566 vs #6505 for Russ.

Is Russ or Kush more popular?

Kush is more popular, ranked #4566 compared to Russ at #6505 in the United States.

What do Russ and Kush mean?

Russ means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old French/Norman origin). Kush means "son of Ham (Biblical)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Russ and Kush boy or girl names?

Russ is primarily a boy name. Kush is primarily a boy name.