Biafra
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Biafra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 5 babies have been named Biafra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Biafra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,561 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,561
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Biafra
Biafra is a girl name .
Biafra is currently ranked #62,561 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Biafra include Bia, Biaf, Biafy, Biafie, Biy, Biie, and Biakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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