Nilton
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Nilton first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 90 babies have been named Nilton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nilton is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #42,475 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,475
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Nilton
Nilton is a boy name .
Nilton is currently ranked #42,475 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nilton include Nil, Nilt, Nilty, Niltie, Niy, Niie, and Nilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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