Pliny
Pronunciation: [ pl-IHN-ee ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,325
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Pliny
Pliny is a boy name .
Pliny is currently ranked #42,325 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pliny include Pli, Ply, Plie, and Plikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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