Prima
Pronunciation: [ pr-EEM-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Prima first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 101 babies have been named Prima in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Prima is past its peak , currently ranked #65,298 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,298
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Prima
Prima is a girl name .
Prima is currently ranked #65,298 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Prima include Pri, Pry, Prie, and Prikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Prima include Primrose . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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