Pluto
Pronunciation: [ pl-OOT-oh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Pluto first appeared in US Social Security records in 2022.
Over 12 babies have been named Pluto in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pluto is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #44,568 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #44,568
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Pluto
Pluto is a boy name .
Pluto is currently ranked #44,568 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pluto include Plu, Ply, and Pluie. 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