Zebulan
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Zebulan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 102 babies have been named Zebulan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zebulan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,442 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,442
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Zebulan
Zebulan is a boy name .
Zebulan is currently ranked #21,442 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Zebulan include Zeb, Zebu, Zebuy, Zebuie, Lan, Lany, Lanie, Zey, Zeie, and Zebkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zebulan include Zebulun, Zebulon . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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