Nobel
Pronunciation: [ n-ohb-EHL ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nobel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 222 babies have been named Nobel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nobel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,168 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,168
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Nobel
Nobel is a boy name .
Nobel is currently ranked #8,168 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nobel include Nob, Noy, Noie, and Nobkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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