Kush

Boy name

Kush has been given to 1,221 babies in the U.S. since 1980. It peaked in 2005.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,221

Peak year

2005 (65 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1980

10-year trend

▼ -49%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Kush — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Kashboy

17,649 babies since 1916

Rushboy

3,450 babies since 1880

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FAQ

How popular is the name Kush?

Kush has been given to 1,221 babies in the U.S. since 1980. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Kush peak?

Kush peaked in 2005, when 65 babies were given the name.

Is Kush a girl or boy name?

Kush is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Kush are boys).

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