Altaira
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Altaira first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 13 babies have been named Altaira in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Altaira is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #57,834 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #57,834
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Altaira
Altaira is a girl name .
Altaira is currently ranked #57,834 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Altaira include Alt, Alta, Altay, Altaie, Ira, Iray, Iraie, Aly, Alie, and Altkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
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