Punam
Punam is a girl baby name. Ranked #58,989 in the US, popular nicknames include Pun, Puy, and Punie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Punam first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 55 babies have been named Punam in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Punam is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #58,989 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #58,989
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Punam
Punam is a girl name .
Punam is currently ranked #58,989 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Punam include Pun, Puy, and Punie. 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