Bolling
Pronunciation: [ b-OHL-ihng ]
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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
Bolling first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 5 babies have been named Bolling in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Bolling is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,263 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,263
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Bolling
Bolling is a boy name .
Bolling is currently ranked #39,263 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Bolling include Bol, Boy, Bolie, and Bollie. 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