Smiley
Pronunciation: [ sm-EYEL-ee ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Smiley first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 91 babies have been named Smiley in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Smiley is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,645 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,645
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Smiley
Smiley is a boy name .
Smiley is currently ranked #27,645 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Smiley include Smi, Smil, Smily, Smilie, Smy, Smie, and Smikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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