Providence
Pronunciation: [ pr-AHV-uhd-uhns ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Providence first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 246 babies have been named Providence in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Providence is past its peak , currently ranked #13,746 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,746
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Providence
Providence is a girl name .
Providence is currently ranked #13,746 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Providence include Pro, Prov, Provy, Provie, Provi, Proviy, Proviie, Nce, Ncey, Ence, Pry, and Prie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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