Chirag
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Chirag first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 667 babies have been named Chirag in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chirag is past its peak , currently ranked #21,152 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,152
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Chirag
Chirag is a boy name .
Chirag is currently ranked #21,152 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chirag include Chi, Chir, Chiry, Chirie, Chy, Chie, and Chikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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