Baba
Pronunciation: [ b-UHB-uh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Baba first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.
Over 45 babies have been named Baba in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Baba is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,072 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #35,072
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Baba
Baba is a boy name .
Baba is currently ranked #35,072 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Baba include Babyboy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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