Aldous
Pronunciation: [ AHLD-uhs ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Aldous first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 158 babies have been named Aldous in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aldous is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,671 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,671
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Aldous
Aldous is a boy name .
Aldous is currently ranked #13,671 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Aldous include Ald, Aldo, Aldoy, Aldoie, Aly, Alie, and Aldkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Aldous include Aldo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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