Flem
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Start comparing →Historical Record
Flem first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 20 babies have been named Flem in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Flem is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,442 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,442
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Flem
Flem is a boy name .
Flem is currently ranked #9,442 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Flem include Fletcher . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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