Nilou
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nilou first appeared in US Social Security records in 2022.
Over 12 babies have been named Nilou in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nilou is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #17,606 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,606
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Nilou
Nilou is a girl name .
Nilou is currently ranked #17,606 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nilou include Nil, Niy, Niie, and Nilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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