Pretty
Pronunciation: [ pr-IHT-ee ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Pretty first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 103 babies have been named Pretty in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pretty is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,035 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,035
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Pretty
Pretty is a girl name .
Pretty is currently ranked #46,035 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pretty include Pre, Pret, Prety, Pretie, Pry, Prie, and Prekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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