Boise
Pronunciation: [ b-OYZ-ee ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Boise first appeared in US Social Security records in 1967.
Over 5 babies have been named Boise in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Boise is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,032 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,032
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Boise
Boise is a boy name .
Boise is currently ranked #38,032 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Boise include Boi, Boy, and Boiie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis