Cajun
Pronunciation: [ k-AYJ-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Cajun first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 33 babies have been named Cajun in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cajun is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,940 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #36,940
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Cajun
Cajun is a boy name .
Cajun is currently ranked #36,940 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cajun include Caj, Cay, Caie, and Cajkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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