Vestal
Pronunciation: [ v-EHST-uhl ]
Vestal is a boy baby name. Ranked #26,138 in the US, popular nicknames include Ves, Vey, and Vesie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Vestal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 28 babies have been named Vestal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vestal is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,138 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,138
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Vestal is also used as a girl name, ranked #70268.
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About the Name Vestal
Vestal is a boy name .
Is Vestal a boy or girl name? Vestal is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #26,138 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #70,268. Vestal is more commonly used as a boy name.
Vestal is currently ranked #26,138 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Vestal include Ves, Vey, Vesie, and Vestie. 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