Pouya
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Pouya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 6 babies have been named Pouya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pouya is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,859 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,859
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Pouya
Pouya is a boy name .
Pouya is currently ranked #21,859 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pouya include Pou, Poy, Poie, and Poukins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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