Banu
Banu is a girl baby name. Ranked #17,864 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Banu first appeared in US Social Security records in 2018.
Over 7 babies have been named Banu in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Banu is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #17,864 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,864
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Banu
Banu is a girl name .
Banu is currently ranked #17,864 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Banu include Banks . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis