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Sudan

Pronunciation: [ s-ood-AN ]

Boy Name #25,309 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Sudan is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-ood-AN.

Parents who love the name Sudan often also consider Rudriv, Baldur, Ezlan .

Popularity Over Time

#25,309
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#25,309
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Sud Suy Sudie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sudan

Is Sudan a boy or girl name?
Sudan is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Sudan?
Sudan is pronounced s-ood-AN.
How popular is the name Sudan?
Sudan is currently ranked #25309 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sudan?
Common nicknames for Sudan include Sud, Suy, and Sudie.
Is Sudan a common or rare name?
Sudan is an uncommon name, ranked #25309 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

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, and Sudie. 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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