Arbutus
Arbutus is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,505 in the US, popular nicknames include Arb, Ary, and Arbie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Arbutus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 36 babies have been named Arbutus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Arbutus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,505 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,505
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Arbutus
Arbutus is a girl name .
Arbutus is currently ranked #70,505 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Arbutus include Arb, Ary, Arbie, and Arbuie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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