Poonam
Poonam is a girl baby name. Ranked #47,126 in the US, popular nicknames include Poy, Pooie, and Poonie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Poonam first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 260 babies have been named Poonam in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Poonam is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #47,126 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #47,126
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Poonam
Poonam is a girl name .
Poonam is currently ranked #47,126 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Poonam include Poy, Pooie, Poonie, and Poony. 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