Nairobi
Pronunciation: [ n-eyer-OHB-ee ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nairobi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 35 babies have been named Nairobi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nairobi is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,869 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,869
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Nairobi
Nairobi is a boy name .
Is Nairobi a boy or girl name? Nairobi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,869 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,536. Nairobi is more commonly used as a girl name.
Nairobi is currently ranked #39,869 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nairobi include Nai, Nair, Nairy, Nairie, Obi, Obiy, Obiie, Nay, Naie, and Naikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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