Polk
Pronunciation: [ p-OHK ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Polk first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 5 babies have been named Polk in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Polk is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #31,665 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #31,665
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Polk
Polk is a boy name .
Polk is currently ranked #31,665 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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