Tushig
A boy's name of Mongolian origin with 12 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Tushig, you're looking at a name that fewer than 12 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The sharp, distinct ending gives Tushig a direct, strong feel that works well in both playground and boardroom.
Tushig is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Tushig is a boy's baby name of Mongolian origin meaning 'happiness' or 'joy,' a traditional Mongolian name evoking positive spirit.
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In the American context, Tushig is a boy's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (2020–2021). Its Mongolian roots connect it to a broader naming tradition, but in practice, American usage often reshapes names — adding nicknames, shifting pronunciation, and building new associations that diverge from the original cultural context.
With 12 total births, Tushig exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Tushig has 2+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2020.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 12 | #11959 | — |
The Story of Tushig
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2020, Tushig is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Tushig are most likely born between 2020 and 2021.
How rare is Tushig?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Tushig is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2020, peaked in the 2020s with 12 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(2 years, 2020–2021)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 | #12018 |
| 2020 | 6 | #11900 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2020–2021