Modesty
Pronunciation: [ m-AHD-uhst-ee ]
Modesty is a girl baby name. Ranked #9,299 in the US, popular nicknames include Mod, Moy, and Modie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Modesty first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 571 babies have been named Modesty in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Modesty is past its peak , currently ranked #9,299 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,299
- Total SSA Count
- 12
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About the Name Modesty
Modesty is a girl name .
Modesty is currently ranked #9,299 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Modesty include Mod, Moy, Modie, and Modeie. 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)
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