Master
Pronunciation: [ m-AST-er ]
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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
Master first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 436 babies have been named Master in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Master is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,701 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,701
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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Old English origin
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Punjabi origin
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Greek origin
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South Slavic origin
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About the Name Master
Master is a boy name .
Master is currently ranked #13,701 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Master include Mas, May, Masie, and Mastie. 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