Ankur Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAHN-koor / ˈɑːn.kʊrSanskrit
Meaning
new; sprout
Historical & Cultural Background
Ankur is a name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used in India. It symbolizes new beginnings and growth, often associated with the sprouting of plants. The name reflects cultural values of renewal and fertility in various Indian traditions. It is often given to boys born during auspicious times.
Trend Summary
The name Ankur has seen moderate popularity in India but is less common in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ankura
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ankur was first seen in the United States in 1974. Ankur has ranked as high as #1079 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Ankur has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ankur (1999)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1982 | 35 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 27 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1987 | 23 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |