Ketan
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Ketan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 352 babies have been named Ketan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ketan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,764 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,764
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Ketan
Ketan is a boy name .
Ketan is currently ranked #39,764 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ketan include Ket, Key, Keie, and Ketkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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