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Curly

Pronunciation: [ k-ERL-ee ]

Boy Name #19,322 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Curly is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-ERL-ee.

Parents who love the name Curly often also consider Walther, Justina, Shaz .

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Popularity Over Time

#19,322
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#19,322
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Cur Cuy Curie

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Curly is also used as a girl name, ranked #28645.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Curly

Is Curly a boy or girl name?
Curly is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #19322. As a girl name, it is ranked #28645. Curly is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Curly?
Curly is pronounced k-ERL-ee.
How popular is the name Curly?
Curly is currently ranked #19322 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Curly?
Common nicknames for Curly include Cur, Cuy, and Curie.
Is Curly a common or rare name?
Curly is an uncommon name, ranked #19322 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Curly

Curly is a boy name .

Is Curly a boy or girl name? Curly is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #19,322 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #28,645. Curly is more commonly used as a boy name.

Curly is currently ranked #19,322 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Curly include Cur, Cuy, and Curie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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