Derna
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Meaning & Origin
Derna is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.
Parents who love the name Derna often also consider Vandella, Fran, Wladyslawa .
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Derna first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 5 babies have been named Derna in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Derna is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,041 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,041
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Derna
Derna is a girl name .
Derna is currently ranked #70,041 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Derna include Der, Dey, Deie, and Derkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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