Alper
Pronunciation: [ ALP-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Alper first appeared in US Social Security records in 1991.
Over 78 babies have been named Alper in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alper is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,202 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #35,202
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Alper
Alper is a boy name .
Alper is currently ranked #35,202 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Alper include Alp, Aly, Alie, and Alpkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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