Edessa
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Edessa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 59 babies have been named Edessa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Edessa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,065 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,065
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Edessa
Edessa is a girl name .
Edessa is currently ranked #38,065 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Edessa include Ede, Edes, Edesy, Edesie, Edy, Edie, and Edekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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