Phu
Pronunciation: [ f-OO ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Phu first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 282 babies have been named Phu in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Phu is past its peak , currently ranked #17,998 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #17,998
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Phu
Phu is a boy name .
Phu is currently ranked #17,998 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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