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Poetry

Pronunciation: [ p-OH-uhtr-ee ]

Girl Name #8,521 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Poetry is a girl name, recorded for 13 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-OH-uhtr-ee.

Parents who love the name Poetry often also consider Polly, Pollie, Porter .

Popularity Over Time

#8,521
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#8,521
Total SSA Count
13

Nicknames

Poe Poy Poeie Poetie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Poetry

Is Poetry a boy or girl name?
Poetry is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Poetry?
Poetry is pronounced p-OH-uhtr-ee.
How popular is the name Poetry?
Poetry is currently ranked #8521 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Poetry?
Common nicknames for Poetry include Poe, Poy, Poeie, and Poetie.
Is Poetry a common or rare name?
Poetry is an uncommon name, ranked #8521 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Poetry

Poetry is a girl name .

Poetry is currently ranked #8,521 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Poetry include Poe, Poy, Poeie, and Poetie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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