Horus
Pronunciation: [ h-AWR-uhs ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Horus first appeared in US Social Security records in 2011.
Over 74 babies have been named Horus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Horus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,018 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,018
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Horus
Horus is a boy name .
Horus is currently ranked #9,018 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Horus include Hor, Hoy, Hoie, and Horkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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