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Sparrow

Pronunciation: [ sp-EHR-oh ]

Boy Name #5,050 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Sparrow is a boy name, recorded for 20 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced sp-EHR-oh.

Parents who love the name Sparrow often also consider Spencer, Spurgeon, Spicy .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#5,050
Total SSA Count
20

Nicknames

Spa Spy Spaie Sparie

Also a Girl Name

Sparrow is also used as a girl name, ranked #3552.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sparrow

Is Sparrow a boy or girl name?
Sparrow is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5050. As a girl name, it is ranked #3552. Sparrow is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Sparrow?
Sparrow is pronounced sp-EHR-oh.
How popular is the name Sparrow?
Sparrow is currently ranked #5050 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sparrow?
Common nicknames for Sparrow include Spa, Spy, Spaie, and Sparie.
Is Sparrow a common or rare name?
Sparrow is an uncommon name, ranked #5050 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Sparrow

Sparrow is a boy name .

Is Sparrow a boy or girl name? Sparrow is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,050 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #3,552. Sparrow is more commonly used as a girl name.

Sparrow is currently ranked #5,050 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Sparrow include Spa, Spy, Spaie, and Sparie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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