Butterfly

Pronunciation: [ b-UHT-erfl-eye ]

Butterfly is a girl baby name. Ranked #49,887 in the US, popular nicknames include But, Buy, and Butie.

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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Butterfly is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-UHT-erfl-eye.

Parents who love the name Butterfly often also consider Aleighia, Shakyiah, Zykeriya .

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Historical Record

Butterfly first appeared in US Social Security records in 2003.

Over 10 babies have been named Butterfly in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Butterfly is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #49,887 for girl names in the US .

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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#49,887
Total SSA Count
5

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But Buy Butie Buttie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Butterfly

Is Butterfly a boy or girl name?
Butterfly is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Butterfly?
Butterfly is pronounced b-UHT-erfl-eye.
How popular is the name Butterfly?
Butterfly is currently ranked #49887 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Butterfly?
Common nicknames for Butterfly include But, Buy, Butie, and Buttie.
Is Butterfly a common or rare name?
Butterfly is an uncommon name, ranked #49887 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Butterfly?
Butterfly pairs well with Aleighia, Shakyiah, Zykeriya, Jermira in style and sound.

About the Name Butterfly

Butterfly is a girl name .

Butterfly is currently ranked #49,887 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Butterfly include But, Buy, Butie, and Buttie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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