Moraes
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Moraes first appeared in US Social Security records in 2005.
Over 5 babies have been named Moraes in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Moraes is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #42,576 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,576
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Moraes
Moraes is a boy name .
Moraes is currently ranked #42,576 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Moraes include Mor, Mora, Moray, Moraie, Moy, Moie, and Morkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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