Like
Pronunciation: [ l-EYEK ]
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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
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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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,341
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Arabic origin
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Germanic origin
"possessing unlimited power"
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Latin origin
"bright as gold"
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Sanskrit origin
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Scottish Gaelic origin
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Greek origin
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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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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis