Belden
Pronunciation: [ b-EHLD-uhn ]
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Belden first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 25 babies have been named Belden in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Belden is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,742 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #32,742
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Belden
Belden is a boy name .
Belden is currently ranked #32,742 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Belden include Bel, Beld, Beldy, Beldie, Bey, Beie, and Belkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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