Ghana
Pronunciation: [ g-AN-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Ghana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 12 babies have been named Ghana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ghana is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,684 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,684
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Ghana
Ghana is a girl name .
Ghana is currently ranked #62,684 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ghana include Gha, Ghy, Ghie, and Ghakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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