Nestora
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nestora first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 5 babies have been named Nestora in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nestora is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #69,869 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #69,869
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Nestora
Nestora is a girl name .
Nestora is currently ranked #69,869 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nestora include Nes, Nest, Nesty, Nestie, Ora, Oray, Oraie, Ney, Neie, and Neskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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