Primus
Pronunciation: [ pr-EYEM-uhs ]
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Primus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 92 babies have been named Primus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Primus is past its peak , currently ranked #19,749 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,749
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Primus
Primus is a boy name .
Primus is currently ranked #19,749 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Primus include Pri, Prim, Primy, Primie, Pry, Prie, and Prikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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