Boy Name Indian · Hindu

Ankush

Pronunciation /ANK-ush/

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“controller”

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2
The Peacemaker
Keyword: Harmony
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GenderBoy
OriginHindu
Starting soundAn
Numerology2 · The Peacemaker
Name-based RashiMesha (Aries)
Traditional gemstoneRed Coral
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A → Mesha (Aries)
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Meaning of Ankush

Ankush is a boy name of Hindu origin, popular among Indian families. It means “the goad, controller”.

Ankush's Style

Hindu Indian Timeless Medium Boy

Ankush at a Glance

Popularity
76/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
24/100
Pronunciation
88/100

Ankush is a popular, easy to pronounce, widely familiar name with a balanced character.

Ankush Popularity Graph

🇮🇳 India · rank by year (#1 = most popular)

#88#117#1452015201920232026
Status
Moderately Popular
Direction
↑ Rising
Est. Position
~#88

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Ankush Name Profile

Meaningcontroller
OriginIndian · Hindu
GenderBoy Name
First LetterA
Letters6
Syllables2
Baby Name Spot Popularity Score76/100

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