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Boy Name #25,956 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Nai is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

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Historical Record

Nai first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.

Over 76 babies have been named Nai in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Nai is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #25,956 for boy names in the US .

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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#25,956
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nai

Is Nai a boy or girl name?
Nai is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #25956. As a girl name, it is ranked #10001. Nai is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Nai?
Nai is currently ranked #25956 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Nai a common or rare name?
Nai is an uncommon name, ranked #25956 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Nai?
Nai pairs well with Philander, Osmon, Handy, Breaker in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Nai?
Related spellings include Naim, Nainoa.

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About the Name Nai

Nai is a boy name .

Is Nai a boy or girl name? Nai is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #25,956 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #10,001. Nai is more commonly used as a girl name.

Nai is currently ranked #25,956 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Nai include Naim, Nainoa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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