Birch
Pronunciation: [ b-ERCH ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Birch first appeared in US Social Security records in 1963.
Over 273 babies have been named Birch in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Birch is past its peak , currently ranked #14,029 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #14,029
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Biblical Hebrew origin
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"bold voyager; brave in journey"
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About the Name Birch
Birch is a boy name .
Birch is currently ranked #14,029 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Birch include Bir, Biy, Biie, and Birkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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