Mandolin
Pronunciation: [ m-AND-uhl-ihn ]
Mandolin is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,156 in the US, popular nicknames include Man, May, and Manie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Mandolin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 186 babies have been named Mandolin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mandolin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,156 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,156
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Mandolin
Mandolin is a girl name .
Mandolin is currently ranked #22,156 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mandolin include Man, May, Manie, and Mandie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mandolin include Mandy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis