Nilene
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nilene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 5 babies have been named Nilene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nilene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #47,823 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #47,823
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Nilene
Nilene is a girl name .
Nilene is currently ranked #47,823 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nilene include Nil, Nile, Niley, Nileie, Niy, Niie, and Nilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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