Name
Pronunciation: [ n-AYM ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Name first appeared in US Social Security records in 2010.
Over 23 babies have been named Name in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Name is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,939 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,939
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Name
Name is a boy name .
Is Name a boy or girl name? Name is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #8,939 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #10,058. Name is more commonly used as a boy name.
Name is currently ranked #8,939 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Name include Namari, Namir, Naman . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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