Little
Pronunciation: [ l-IHT-uhl ]
Little is a boy baby name. Ranked #33,998 in the US, popular nicknames include Lit, Liy, and Litie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Little first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 889 babies have been named Little in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Little is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,998 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,998
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Little is also used as a girl name, ranked #70237.
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About the Name Little
Little is a boy name .
Is Little a boy or girl name? Little is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #33,998 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #70,237. Little is more commonly used as a boy name.
Little is currently ranked #33,998 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Little include Lit, Liy, Litie, and Littie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis