Spruce
Pronunciation: [ spr-OOS ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Spruce first appeared in US Social Security records in 2022.
Over 7 babies have been named Spruce in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Spruce is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #16,008 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,008
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Spruce
Spruce is a boy name .
Spruce is currently ranked #16,008 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Spruce include Spr, Spy, Sprie, and Spruie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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