Nan
Pronunciation: [ n-AN ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,501 babies have been named Nan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,061 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #39,061
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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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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