Sudan
Pronunciation: [ s-ood-AN ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Sudan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 10 babies have been named Sudan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sudan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #25,309 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #25,309
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Sudan
Sudan is a boy name .
Sudan is currently ranked #25,309 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sudan include Sud, Suy, Suie, and Sudkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sudan include Sudais . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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