April
Pronunciation: [ AYPR-uhl ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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April first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 667 babies have been named April in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, April is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,337 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,337
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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April is also used as a girl name, ranked #502.
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About the Name April
April is a boy name .
Is April a boy or girl name? April is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #33,337 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #502. April is more commonly used as a girl name.
April is currently ranked #33,337 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for April include Apr, Apy, Apie, and Aprkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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