Curl

Pronunciation: [ k-ERL ]

Curl is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,044 in the US.

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Meaning & Origin

Curl is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-ERL.

Parents who love the name Curl often also consider Arco, Bjarne, Tod .

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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#38,044
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Curtis #929

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Arco Boy Latin Bjarne Boy Old Norse Tod Boy Old English/Scottish dialect Ermon Boy Hebrew Lindell Boy Old English Gould Boy Old English Atwood Boy Old English

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Frequently Asked Questions About Curl

Is Curl a boy or girl name?
Curl is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Curl?
Curl is pronounced k-ERL.
How popular is the name Curl?
Curl is currently ranked #38044 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Curl a common or rare name?
Curl is an uncommon name, ranked #38044 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Curl?
Curl pairs well with Arco, Bjarne, Tod, Ermon in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Curl?
Related spellings include Curtis.

About the Name Curl

Curl is a boy name .

Curl is currently ranked #38,044 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Curl include Curtis . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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