Ptolemy

Pronunciation: [ t-AHL-uhm-ee ]

Boy Name #27,546 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Ptolemy is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced t-AHL-uhm-ee.

Parents who love the name Ptolemy often also consider Ptosha, Ptah .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #27,546
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Pto Pty Ptoie Ptolie

Similar Names

Ptosha Ptah

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ptolemy

Is Ptolemy a boy or girl name?

Ptolemy is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Ptolemy?

Ptolemy is pronounced t-AHL-uhm-ee.

How popular is the name Ptolemy?

Ptolemy is currently ranked #27546 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Ptolemy?

Common nicknames for Ptolemy include Pto, Pty, Ptoie, and Ptolie.

Is Ptolemy a common or rare name?

Ptolemy is an uncommon name, ranked #27546 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Ptolemy

Ptolemy is a boy name .

Ptolemy is currently ranked #27,546 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Ptolemy include Pto, Pty, Ptoie, and Ptolie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.