Pecola
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Pecola first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 131 babies have been named Pecola in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pecola is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,607 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,607
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Pecola
Pecola is a girl name .
Pecola is currently ranked #70,607 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pecola include Pec, Peco, Pecoy, Pecoie, Pey, Peie, and Peckins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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