Orchid
Pronunciation: [ AWRK-uhd ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Orchid first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 233 babies have been named Orchid in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Orchid is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,335 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #10,335
- Total SSA Count
- 11
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About the Name Orchid
Orchid is a girl name .
Orchid is currently ranked #10,335 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Orchid include Orc, Orch, Orchy, Orchie, Ory, Orie, and Orckins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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