Neftaly
Neftaly is a boy baby name. Ranked #29,445 in the US, popular nicknames include Nef, Ney, and Nefie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Neftaly first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 371 babies have been named Neftaly in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Neftaly is past its peak , currently ranked #29,445 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #29,445
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Neftaly is also used as a girl name, ranked #15718.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Neftaly
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About the Name Neftaly
Neftaly is a boy name .
Is Neftaly a boy or girl name? Neftaly is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #29,445 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #15,718. Neftaly is more commonly used as a girl name.
Neftaly is currently ranked #29,445 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Neftaly include Nef, Ney, Nefie, and Neftie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Neftaly include Neftali . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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