Nene
Pronunciation: [ n-EEN ]
Nene is a girl baby name. Ranked #9,138 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Nene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 190 babies have been named Nene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,138 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,138
- Total SSA Count
- 12
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About the Name Nene
Nene is a girl name .
Nene is currently ranked #9,138 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis