Kief
Pronunciation: [ k-EEF ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kief first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 12 babies have been named Kief in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kief is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,010 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,010
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis