Orestus
Orestus is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,398 in the US, popular nicknames include Ore, Ory, and Oreie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,398
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Orestus
Orestus is a boy name .
Orestus is currently ranked #38,398 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Orestus include Ore, Ory, Oreie, and Oresie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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