Fanon
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Fanon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 5 babies have been named Fanon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Fanon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,178 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,178
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Fanon
Fanon is a boy name .
Fanon is currently ranked #28,178 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Fanon include Fan, Fay, Faie, and Fankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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