Nimrod
Pronunciation: [ n-IHMR-ahd ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nimrod first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 196 babies have been named Nimrod in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nimrod is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,725 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,725
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Nimrod
Nimrod is a boy name .
Nimrod is currently ranked #19,725 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nimrod include Nim, Nimr, Nimry, Nimrie, Niy, Niie, and Nimkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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