Other
Pronunciation: [ UHTH-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
Other is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced UHTH-er.
Parents who love the name Other often also consider Elorm, Ferdinando, Holsey .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #14,234
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Other
Other is a boy name .
Other is currently ranked #14,234 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Other include Oth, Oty, Otie, and Othkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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