Canada
Pronunciation: [ k-AN-uhd-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Canada first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 54 babies have been named Canada in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Canada is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,520 for girl names in the US .
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- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,520
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Canada
Canada is a girl name .
Canada is currently ranked #61,520 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Canada include Can, Cana, Canay, Canaie, Cay, Caie, and Cankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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