Friend
Pronunciation: [ fr-EHND ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Friend first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 5 babies have been named Friend in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Friend is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,498 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,498
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Friend
Friend is a boy name .
Friend is currently ranked #26,498 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Friend include Fri, Frie, Fry, and Frikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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