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Nan

Pronunciation: [ n-AN ]

Girl Name #39,061 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Nan is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced n-AN.

Parents who love the name Nan often also consider Nancy, Nannie, Naomi .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #39,061
Total SSA Count: 6

Alternative Spellings

Nancy #920

Similar Names

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nan

Is Nan a boy or girl name?

Nan is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Nan?

Nan is pronounced n-AN.

How popular is the name Nan?

Nan is currently ranked #39061 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Is Nan a common or rare name?

Nan is an uncommon name, ranked #39061 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Nan

Nan is a girl name .

Nan is currently ranked #39,061 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Nan include Nancy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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