Ceres
Pronunciation: [ s-IHR-eez ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Ceres first appeared in US Social Security records in 2005.
Over 39 babies have been named Ceres in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ceres is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,895 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #48,895
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Ceres
Ceres is a girl name .
Ceres is currently ranked #48,895 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ceres include Cer, Cey, Ceie, and Cerkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ceres include Cerenity . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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