Lew
Pronunciation: [ l-OO ]
Lew is a girl baby name. Ranked #66,842 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Lew first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 10 babies have been named Lew in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lew is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #66,842 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,842
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Lew
Lew is a girl name .
Is Lew a boy or girl name? Lew is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #66,842 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #7,242. Lew is more commonly used as a boy name.
Lew is currently ranked #66,842 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis