Green
Pronunciation: [ gr-EEN ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Green first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 195 babies have been named Green in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Green is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,671 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,671
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Green
Green is a boy name .
Green is currently ranked #19,671 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Green include Gre, Gry, Grie, and Grekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Green include Greer . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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