Greenville
Pronunciation: [ gr-EENV-ihl ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,992
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Greenville
Greenville is a boy name .
Greenville is currently ranked #38,992 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Greenville include Gre, Gry, Greie, and Greeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Greenville include Greer . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis