Kidd
Pronunciation: [ k-IHD ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kidd first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 62 babies have been named Kidd in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kidd is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,847 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,847
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Kidd
Kidd is a boy name .
Kidd is currently ranked #20,847 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Kidd include Kidus . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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