Furman
Pronunciation: [ f-ERM-an ]
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Furman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 802 babies have been named Furman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Furman is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,888 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,888
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Furman
Furman is a boy name .
Furman is currently ranked #12,888 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Furman include Fur, Furm, Furmy, Furmie, Fuy, Fuie, and Furkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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