Nebraska
Pronunciation: [ n-uhbr-ASK-uh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nebraska first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 5 babies have been named Nebraska in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nebraska is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,647 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,647
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Nebraska
Nebraska is a boy name .
Is Nebraska a boy or girl name? Nebraska is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #28,647 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #70,355. Nebraska is more commonly used as a boy name.
Nebraska is currently ranked #28,647 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nebraska include Neb, Nebr, Nebry, Nebrie, Nebra, Nebray, Nebraie, Ska, Skay, Skaie, Ney, and Neie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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