Kush
Kush is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Sacred grass; son of Lord Rama.
Origin and history
Kush is a name of Sanskrit origin that refers to a sacred grass used in Hindu rituals, as well as the name of one of the twin sons of Lord Rama and Sita in the Hindu epic Ramayana. It has gained modest usage in the United States, particularly among South Asian communities. The name carries strong cultural and historical resonance while remaining short and accessible.
Popularity in the United States
1,221 babies in the United States have been named Kush since 1880. It ranks #3477 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1812.
States where it is most popular
- NJ (38.5 %)
- CA (19 %)
- IL (15.3 %)
- NY (10.3 %)
- TX (10 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 49 |
| 1990-2000 | 266 |
| 2000-2010 | 484 |
| 2010-2019 | 307 |
| 2020-2029 | 115 |
Famous people named Kush
- Kush Shah: actor
Fun facts
- In the Hindu epic Ramayana, Kush and his twin brother Luv were born to Sita and trained by the sage Valmiki.
- Kusha grass is traditionally used in Vedic rituals and meditation mats due to its ritual purity.