Bambi
Pronunciation: [ b-AMB-ee ]
Bambi is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,538 in the US, popular nicknames include Bam, Bay, and Bamie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Bambi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 5,179 babies have been named Bambi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Bambi is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #13,538 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,538
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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About the Name Bambi
Bambi is a girl name .
Bambi is currently ranked #13,538 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Bambi include Bam, Bay, and Bamie. 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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