Metro
Pronunciation: [ m-EHTR-oh ]
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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
Metro first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 30 babies have been named Metro in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Metro is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,009 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,009
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Metro
Metro is a boy name .
Metro is currently ranked #20,009 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Metro include Met, Mey, and Metie. 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