Gazelle
Pronunciation: [ g-uhz-EHL ]
Gazelle is a girl baby name. Ranked #48,883 in the US, popular nicknames include Gaz, Gazie, and Gazeie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gazelle first appeared in US Social Security records in 2000.
Over 53 babies have been named Gazelle in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gazelle is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,883 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #48,883
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Gazelle
Gazelle is a girl name .
Gazelle is currently ranked #48,883 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gazelle include Gaz, Gazie, Gazeie, and Gazey. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis