Pawnee
Pronunciation: [ p-AWN-EE ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Pawnee first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 10 babies have been named Pawnee in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pawnee is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #67,350 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #67,350
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Pawnee
Pawnee is a girl name .
Pawnee is currently ranked #67,350 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pawnee include Paw, Pay, Pawie, and Pawnie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis