Kikuyo
Kikuyo is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,456 in the US, popular nicknames include Kik, Kiy, and Kikie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,456
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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About the Name Kikuyo
Kikuyo is a girl name .
Kikuyo is currently ranked #70,456 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kikuyo include Kik, Kiy, Kikie, and Kikuie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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