Pastor
Pronunciation: [ p-AST-er ]
Pastor is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,046 in the US, popular nicknames include Pas, Pay, and Pasie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Pastor first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 135 babies have been named Pastor in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pastor is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,046 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,046
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Pastor
Pastor is a boy name .
Pastor is currently ranked #39,046 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pastor include Pas, Pay, Pasie, and Pastie. 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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