Medora
Pronunciation: [ m-ayd-AWR-uh ]
Medora is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,285 in the US, popular nicknames include Med, Mey, and Medie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Medora first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 213 babies have been named Medora in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Medora is past its peak , currently ranked #71,285 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,285
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Medora
Medora is a girl name .
Medora is currently ranked #71,285 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Medora include Med, Mey, Medie, and Medoie. 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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