Aegis
Pronunciation: [ EEJ-uhs ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Aegis first appeared in US Social Security records in 2019.
Over 11 babies have been named Aegis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aegis is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #28,078 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,078
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Aegis
Aegis is a boy name .
Aegis is currently ranked #28,078 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Aegis include Aeg, Aey, Aeie, and Aegkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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