Schafer
Pronunciation: [ sh-AYF-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Schafer first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 64 babies have been named Schafer in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Schafer is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,685 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #11,685
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Schafer
Schafer is a boy name .
Schafer is currently ranked #11,685 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Schafer include Sch, Scha, Schay, Schaie, Fer, Fery, Ferie, Scy, Scie, and Schkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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