Durham

Q: How popular is the name Durham?

Durham is ranked #8565 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ d-ER-uhm ]

Boy Name #8,565 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Durham is a boy name, recorded for 10 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced d-ER-uhm.

Parents who love the name Durham often also consider Romy, Ary, Sequoia .

Popularity Over Time

#8,565

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #8,565
Total SSA Count: 10

Nicknames

Dur Duy Durie Durhie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Durham

Is Durham a boy or girl name?

Durham is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Durham?

Durham is pronounced d-ER-uhm.

How popular is the name Durham?

Durham is currently ranked #8565 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Durham?

Common nicknames for Durham include Dur, Duy, Durie, and Durhie.

Is Durham a common or rare name?

Durham is an uncommon name, ranked #8565 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Durham

Durham is a boy name .

Durham is currently ranked #8,565 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Durham include Dur, Duy, Durie, and Durhie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.