Gilmar
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Gilmar first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 133 babies have been named Gilmar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gilmar is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,995 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,995
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Gilmar
Gilmar is a boy name .
Gilmar is currently ranked #18,995 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gilmar include Gil, Gilm, Gilmy, Gilmie, Giy, Giie, and Gilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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