Java
Pronunciation: [ j-AHV-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Java first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 17 babies have been named Java in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Java is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #59,643 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #59,643
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Java
Java is a girl name .
Is Java a boy or girl name? Java is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #59,643 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #16,740. Java is more commonly used as a boy name.
Java is currently ranked #59,643 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Java include Javeah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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