What origin is the name Ankus?

Ankus comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Ankus?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Ankus — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Ankus?

Ankus starts with the syllable “A” (अ), which traditionally belongs to Krittika nakshatra, pada 1, in Mesh rashi (Aries). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Ankus

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Ankus

Ankus

Unisex

Indian

2 syllables

Ankus is an Indian unisex name meaning "An elephant goad or emblem of power".

Ankus is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "An elephant goad or emblem of power". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

What does Ankus mean?

An elephant goad or emblem of power

How popular is Ankus?

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What does Ankus mean?

Ankus is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "An elephant goad or emblem of power".

How popular is Ankus?

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Brother names that go with Ankus

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

8is the Chaldean number for Ankus.

Number 8 is linked with ambition, strength and determination.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: A (अ)
Rashi: Mesh (Aries)
Nakshatra: Krittika, pada 1
Name number: 8

By tradition, names starting with “A” suit babies born in Krittika nakshatra (pada 1), which falls in Mesh rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.