Nephi
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nephi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 672 babies have been named Nephi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nephi is past its peak , currently ranked #13,364 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,364
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Nephi
Nephi is a boy name .
Nephi is currently ranked #13,364 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nephi include Nep, Ney, Neie, and Nepkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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