Kumar

Pronunciation: [ k-oom-AHR ]

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Boy Name #16,093 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Kumar is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-oom-AHR.

Parents who love the name Kumar often also consider Smokey, Mathews, Eldric .

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Historical Record

Kumar first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.

Over 305 babies have been named Kumar in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Kumar is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,093 for boy names in the US .

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#16,093
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#16,093
Total SSA Count
7

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Kum Kuy Kuie Kumkins

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kumar

Is Kumar a boy or girl name?
Kumar is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Kumar?
Kumar is pronounced k-oom-AHR.
How popular is the name Kumar?
Kumar is currently ranked #16093 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kumar?
Common nicknames for Kumar include Kum, Kuy, Kuie, and Kumkins.
Is Kumar a common or rare name?
Kumar is an uncommon name, ranked #16093 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Kumar?
Kumar pairs well with Smokey, Mathews, Eldric, Rudiger in style and sound.

About the Name Kumar

Kumar is a boy name .

Kumar is currently ranked #16,093 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Kumar include Kum, Kuy, Kuie, and Kumkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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