Alem
Pronunciation: [ uhl-EHM ]
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Alem first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 231 babies have been named Alem in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alem is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,967 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,967
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Alem
Alem is a boy name .
Alem is currently ranked #39,967 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Alem include Alexander, Alejandro, Alex, Alexis, Alessandro . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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