Rare
Pronunciation: [ r-EHR ]
Rare is a girl baby name. Ranked #39,410 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Rare first appeared in US Social Security records in 2024.
Over 5 babies have been named Rare in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rare is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #39,410 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #39,410
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Rare
Rare is a girl name .
Rare is currently ranked #39,410 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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