Sly
Pronunciation: [ sl-EYE ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Sly first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 91 babies have been named Sly in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sly is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #21,179 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,179
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Sly
Sly is a boy name .
Sly is currently ranked #21,179 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis