Caoimhe
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Caoimhe first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 331 babies have been named Caoimhe in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caoimhe is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,158 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,158
- Total SSA Count
- 12
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About the Name Caoimhe
Caoimhe is a girl name .
Caoimhe is currently ranked #9,158 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caoimhe include Cao, Caoi, Caoiy, Caoiie, Mhe, Mhey, Cay, Caie, and Caokins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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