Rapunzel
Pronunciation: [ r-ahp-OOZ-uhl ]
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Rapunzel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 15 babies have been named Rapunzel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rapunzel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,030 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,030
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Rapunzel
Rapunzel is a girl name .
Rapunzel is currently ranked #36,030 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rapunzel include Rap, Rapu, Rapuy, Rapuie, Rapun, Rapuny, Rapunie, Zel, Zely, Zelie, Ray, and Raie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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