Kerala
Pronunciation: [ k-ehr-AHL-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kerala first appeared in US Social Security records in 2011.
Over 5 babies have been named Kerala in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kerala is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,698 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,698
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Kerala
Kerala is a girl name .
Kerala is currently ranked #46,698 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kerala include Ker, Kera, Keray, Keraie, Key, Keie, and Kerkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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