Heller
Pronunciation: [ h-EHL-er ]
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Heller first appeared in US Social Security records in 1963.
Over 5 babies have been named Heller in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Heller is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #63,592 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #63,592
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Heller
Heller is a girl name .
Heller is currently ranked #63,592 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Heller include Hel, Hell, Helly, Hellie, Hey, Heie, and Helkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Heller include Hellen . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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