Gorman
Pronunciation: [ g-AWRM-uhn ]
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Gorman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 138 babies have been named Gorman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gorman is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,969 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,969
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Gorman
Gorman is a boy name .
Gorman is currently ranked #19,969 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gorman include Gor, Gorm, Gormy, Gormie, Goy, Goie, and Gorkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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