Payal
Payal is a girl baby name. Ranked #60,707 in the US, popular nicknames include Pay and Payie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Payal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 674 babies have been named Payal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Payal is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #60,707 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #60,707
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Payal
Payal is a girl name .
Payal is currently ranked #60,707 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Payal include Pay and Payie. 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