Imperial
Pronunciation: [ ihmp-IHR-ee-uhl ]
Imperial is a boy baby name. Ranked #33,461 in the US, popular nicknames include Imp, Imy, and Impie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Imperial first appeared in US Social Security records in 2022.
Over 5 babies have been named Imperial in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Imperial is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #33,461 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,461
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Imperial
Imperial is a boy name .
Imperial is currently ranked #33,461 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Imperial include Imp, Imy, Impie, and Impeie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis