Helmut
Pronunciation: [ h-EHLM-uht ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Helmut first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 263 babies have been named Helmut in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Helmut is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,584 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #35,584
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Helmut
Helmut is a boy name .
Helmut is currently ranked #35,584 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Helmut include Hel, Helm, Helmy, Helmie, Hey, Heie, and Helkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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