Mauve
Pronunciation: [ m-AWV ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Mauve first appeared in US Social Security records in 2024.
Over 6 babies have been named Mauve in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mauve is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #24,465 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #24,465
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Mauve
Mauve is a girl name .
Mauve is currently ranked #24,465 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mauve include Mau, May, Maie, and Maukins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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