Lopez
Pronunciation: [ l-OHP-ehz ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Lopez first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 84 babies have been named Lopez in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lopez is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,706 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,706
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Lopez
Lopez is a boy name .
Lopez is currently ranked #13,706 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lopez include Lop, Loy, Loie, and Lopkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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