Lieutenant

Pronunciation: [ l-oot-EHN-uhnt ]

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Boy Name #16,522 Most Popular Hidden Gem 10 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Lieutenant is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-oot-EHN-uhnt.

Parents who love the name Lieutenant often also consider Adom, Dena, Becky .

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Historical Record

Lieutenant first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 37 babies have been named Lieutenant in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Lieutenant is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,522 for boy names in the US .

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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#16,522
Total SSA Count
7

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lieutenant

Is Lieutenant a boy or girl name?
Lieutenant is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Lieutenant?
Lieutenant is pronounced l-oot-EHN-uhnt.
How popular is the name Lieutenant?
Lieutenant is currently ranked #16522 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lieutenant?
Common nicknames for Lieutenant include Lie, Lieu, Lieuy, Lieuie, Lieut, Lieuty, Lieutie, Ant, Anty, Antie, Nant, and Liy.
Is Lieutenant a common or rare name?
Lieutenant is an uncommon name, ranked #16522 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Lieutenant?
Lieutenant pairs well with Adom, Dena, Becky, Seab in style and sound.

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About the Name Lieutenant

Lieutenant is a boy name .

Lieutenant is currently ranked #16,522 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Lieutenant include Lie, Lieu, Lieuy, Lieuie, Lieut, Lieuty, Lieutie, Ant, Anty, Antie, Nant, and Liy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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