Kush Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kush has its origins in Hebrew, meaning 'Land of the black people'. Its historical path includes forms like Koush in Greek and Cush in Latin. The name is associated with the ancient kingdom of Kush, which is notable for its rich cultural heritage. It has biblical relevance as a region mentioned in the Scriptures. Today, Kush is viewed as a unique name with strong cultural connotations.
The name Kush is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kush has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kush' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9847th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4216th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2466th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4349th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kush' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kush"
Pronunciation
/kʊʃ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Kush is derived from the Hebrew word 'Kush', which refers to a region located south of Egypt, often associated with Nubia and the ancient kingdom of Kush.
Meaning
Land of the black people
Language Evolution
Kush (Hebrew), Koush (Greek), Cush (Latin)
Biblical Background
Kush is mentioned in the Bible as a region and as a descendant of Ham, one of Noah's sons.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity due to its biblical connections and references to the ancient kingdom of Kush, which flourished from around 2600 BC to 350 AD.
Variants & Derivatives
Cush, Koush, Kushite
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Kush is perceived as unique and culturally rich, often associated with strength and heritage.
Famous People
Kush Trimble, a notable figure in modern literature., Kushal Punjabi, an Indian actor.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kush"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kush"
"Kush" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9847th of 10718 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4216th of 16616 | 187 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2466th of 24088 | 729 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4349th of 23106 | 280 |
Regional Popularity of "Kush" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
59.17% 2648th/4475 |
- |
48.01% 3033rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.48% 2084th/4582 |
27.79% 1435th/5164 |
40.08% 2931st/7313 |
37.52% 2800th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
74.97% 2987th/3984 |
58.52% 2626th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kush" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kush"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kush" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.