"Open land, wide expanse; one who ranges freely"
Origin: English
Language: English
Range
Pronunciation: [ r-AYNJ ]
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A distinctive 1-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Range first appeared in US Social Security records in 2016.
Over 25 babies have been named Range in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Range is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #18,372 for boy names in the US .
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#18,372
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #18,372
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- American Western English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ranger
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Range
What does the name Range mean?
"Open land, wide expanse; one who ranges freely" (from English)
What is the origin of the name Range?
Range has English, American, and Western origins. In English, it means "Open land, wide expanse; one who ranges freely".
Is Range a boy or girl name?
Range is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Range?
Range is pronounced r-AYNJ.
How popular is the name Range?
Range is currently ranked #18372 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Range?
Common nicknames for Range include Ranger.
What are good middle names for Range?
Popular middle name pairings include Range James, Range Lee, Range Cole, and Range Hunter.
What are good sibling names for Range?
Names that pair well with Range as siblings include Ranger, Hunter, Chase, and Scout.
How many syllables does Range have?
Range has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Range a common or rare name?
Range is an uncommon name, ranked #18372 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Range?
Are there other spellings for Range?
Related spellings include Ranger.
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About the Name Range
Range is a boy name with American, Western, and English origins . The name means "Open land, wide expanse; one who ranges freely" in English .
Range is currently ranked #18,372 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Range has 1 syllable and is pronounced r-AYNJ, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Range include Ranger. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Range include Ranger . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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