Altus
Pronunciation: [ ALT-uhs ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Altus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 10 babies have been named Altus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Altus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #42,386 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,386
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Altus
Altus is a boy name .
Altus is currently ranked #42,386 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Altus include Alt, Aly, Alie, and Altkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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