Nkrumah
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nkrumah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 27 babies have been named Nkrumah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nkrumah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,295 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,295
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Nkrumah
Nkrumah is a boy name .
Nkrumah is currently ranked #28,295 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nkrumah include Nkr, Nkru, Nkruy, Nkruie, Mah, Mahy, Mahie, Nky, Nkie, and Nkrkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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