Gilmer
Pronunciation: [ g-IHLM-er ]
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Gilmer first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 270 babies have been named Gilmer in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gilmer is past its peak , currently ranked #14,339 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #14,339
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Gilmer
Gilmer is a boy name .
Gilmer is currently ranked #14,339 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gilmer 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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