Kumar
Pronunciation: [ k-oom-AHR ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kumar first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 305 babies have been named Kumar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kumar is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,093 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,093
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Germanic origin
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Persian origin
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About the Name Kumar
Kumar is a boy name .
Kumar is currently ranked #16,093 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kumar include Kum, Kuy, Kuie, and Kumkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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