Dodson
Pronunciation: [ d-AHDS-uhn ]
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Dodson first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 5 babies have been named Dodson in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dodson is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #31,800 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #31,800
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Dodson
Dodson is a boy name .
Dodson is currently ranked #31,800 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dodson include Dod, Dods, Dodsy, Dodsie, Doy, Doie, and Dodkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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