Bolden
Pronunciation: [ b-OHLD-uhn ]
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Bolden first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 21 babies have been named Bolden in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Bolden is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,884 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,884
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Bolden
Bolden is a boy name .
Bolden is currently ranked #19,884 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Bolden include Bol, Bold, Boldy, Boldie, Boy, Boie, and Bolkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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