Brutus
Pronunciation: [ br-OOT-uhs ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Brutus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 11 babies have been named Brutus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Brutus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,721 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,721
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Brutus
Brutus is a boy name .
Brutus is currently ranked #27,721 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Brutus include Bru, Brut, Bruty, Brutie, Bry, Brie, and Brukins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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