Prakash
Pronunciation: [ pr-ahk-AHSH ]
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Prakash first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 57 babies have been named Prakash in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Prakash is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,435 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #17,435
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Prakash
Prakash is a boy name .
Prakash is currently ranked #17,435 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Prakash include Pra, Prak, Praky, Prakie, Ash, Ashy, Ashie, Pry, Prie, and Prakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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