Buena
Pronunciation: [ b-OON-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Buena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 51 babies have been named Buena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Buena is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,326 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,326
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Buena
Buena is a girl name .
Buena is currently ranked #71,326 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Buena include Bue, Buy, Buie, and Buekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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