Dyer
Pronunciation: [ d-EYE-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Dyer first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 35 babies have been named Dyer in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dyer is past its peak , currently ranked #38,442 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,442
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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American English origin
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"bold ruler, famous sovereignty"
#38,338 in US
Old English origin
"linden tree settlement"
#38,345 in US
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About the Name Dyer
Dyer is a boy name .
Dyer is currently ranked #38,442 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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