Cully
Pronunciation: [ k-UHL-ee ]
Cully is a boy baby name. Ranked #13,302 in the US, popular nicknames include Cul, Cuy, and Culie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Cully first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 250 babies have been named Cully in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cully is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,302 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,302
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Cully
Cully is a boy name .
Cully is currently ranked #13,302 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cully include Cul, Cuy, and Culie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cully include Cullen . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis