Aftab
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Aftab first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 20 babies have been named Aftab in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aftab is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,907 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #14,907
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Hebrew (Jeremiah) origin
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#15,100 in US
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About the Name Aftab
Aftab is a boy name .
Aftab is currently ranked #14,907 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Aftab include Aft, Afy, Afie, and Aftkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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