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Beaver

Pronunciation: [ b-EEV-er ]

Boy Name #9,781 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Beaver is a boy name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-EEV-er.

Parents who love the name Beaver often also consider Bertha, Bessie, Belle .

Popularity Over Time

#9,781
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#9,781
Total SSA Count
9

Nicknames

Bea Bey Beaie Beavie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beaver

Is Beaver a boy or girl name?
Beaver is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Beaver?
Beaver is pronounced b-EEV-er.
How popular is the name Beaver?
Beaver is currently ranked #9781 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Beaver?
Common nicknames for Beaver include Bea, Bey, Beaie, and Beavie.
Is Beaver a common or rare name?
Beaver is an uncommon name, ranked #9781 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Beaver

Beaver is a boy name .

Beaver is currently ranked #9,781 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Beaver include Bea, Bey, Beaie, and Beavie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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