Pamala
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Pamala first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 6,344 babies have been named Pamala in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pamala is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,481 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,481
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Pamala
Pamala is a girl name .
Pamala is currently ranked #13,481 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pamala include Pam, Pama, Pamay, Pamaie, Pay, Paie, and Pamkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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