Lycan
Pronunciation: [ l-EYEK-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Lycan first appeared in US Social Security records in 2007.
Over 149 babies have been named Lycan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lycan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,655 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,655
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Lycan
Lycan is a boy name .
Lycan is currently ranked #8,655 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lycan include Lyc, Lyy, Lyie, and Lyckins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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