Edman
Pronunciation: [ EHDM-uhn ]
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Edman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 43 babies have been named Edman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Edman is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,076 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,076
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Edman
Edman is a boy name .
Edman is currently ranked #20,076 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Edman include Edm, Edy, Edie, and Edmkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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