Kush
Meaningsacred grass; son of Rama · Sanskrit
Kush is an Indian boy name meaning “sacred grass; son of Rama”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds short and punchy, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a longer middle name.
Did you know?
- GenerationKush peaked in 2003, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Kush you'd meet today is about 22 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Kush would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 95,238 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryKush first shows up in US birth records in 1980, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 45 years since.
US births per million boys, 1980–2025
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About the name Kush
Kush is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “sacred grass; son of Rama”. Short and strong, it's said in a single beat with a crisp finish, so it pairs easily with a longer middle name. It hit its peak in the 2000s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Kush
What does the name Kush mean?
Kush means “sacred grass; son of Rama” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Jerome (“sacred name”), Jeronimo (“sacred name”), Om (“the sacred syllable”) and Pranav (“sacred syllable Om”).
What is the origin of the name Kush?
Kush is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Kush a boy or girl name?
Kush is a boy name. In 2025, 18 US boys were named Kush.
How popular is the name Kush?
Kush ranked #5,208 for US boys in 2025, given to 18 babies. Its best year was 2003, when it reached #1,870. Over the last five years it has slipped 782 places.
What names are similar to Kush?
If you like Kush, you might also like Jerome, Jeronimo, Om and Pranav.
What should I know before naming my baby Kush?
Kush is an Indian boy name meaning “sacred grass; son of Rama”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds short and punchy, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a longer middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.