Like

Pronunciation: [ l-EYEK ]

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Boy Name #18,341 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Like is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-EYEK.

Parents who love the name Like often also consider Almighty, Bodhe, Girish .

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Historical Record

Like first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.

Over 6 babies have been named Like in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Like is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,341 for boy names in the US .

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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#18,341
Total SSA Count
6

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Frequently Asked Questions About Like

Is Like a boy or girl name?
Like is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Like?
Like is pronounced l-EYEK.
How popular is the name Like?
Like is currently ranked #18341 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Like a common or rare name?
Like is an uncommon name, ranked #18341 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Like?
Like pairs well with Almighty, Bodhe, Girish, Yusupha in style and sound.

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About the Name Like

Like is a boy name .

Like is currently ranked #18,341 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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