Villanelle

Villanelle is a girl baby name. Ranked #39,872 in the US, popular nicknames include Vil, Viy, and Vilie.

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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Villanelle is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Villanelle often also consider Aivi, Apricity, Mazleigh .

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Historical Record

Villanelle first appeared in US Social Security records in 2022.

Over 5 babies have been named Villanelle in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Villanelle is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #39,872 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#39,872
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#39,872
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Vil Viy Vilie Villie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Villanelle

Is Villanelle a boy or girl name?
Villanelle is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Villanelle?
Villanelle is currently ranked #39872 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Villanelle?
Common nicknames for Villanelle include Vil, Viy, Vilie, and Villie.
Is Villanelle a common or rare name?
Villanelle is an uncommon name, ranked #39872 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Villanelle?
Villanelle pairs well with Aivi, Apricity, Mazleigh, Xyliyah in style and sound.

About the Name Villanelle

Villanelle is a girl name .

Villanelle is currently ranked #39,872 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Villanelle include Vil, Viy, Vilie, and Villie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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