Gambit
Pronunciation: [ g-AMB-iht ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Gambit first appeared in US Social Security records in 2010.
Over 68 babies have been named Gambit in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gambit is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,188 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,188
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Gambit
Gambit is a boy name .
Gambit is currently ranked #26,188 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gambit include Gam, Gamb, Gamby, Gambie, Gaie, and Gamkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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