Clinten
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Clinten first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 93 babies have been named Clinten in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Clinten is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,762 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,762
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Clinten
Clinten is a boy name .
Clinten is currently ranked #28,762 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Clinten include Cli, Clin, Cliny, Clinie, Ten, Teny, Tenie, Cly, Clie, and Clikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Clinten include Clinton, Clint . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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