Superior
Pronunciation: [ s-oop-IHR-ee-er ]
Superior is a boy baby name. Ranked #44,108 in the US, popular nicknames include Sup, Suy, and Supie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Superior first appeared in US Social Security records in 2017.
Over 15 babies have been named Superior in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Superior is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #44,108 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #44,108
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Superior is also used as a girl name, ranked #40699.
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About the Name Superior
Superior is a boy name .
Is Superior a boy or girl name? Superior is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #44,108 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #40,699. Superior is more commonly used as a girl name.
Superior is currently ranked #44,108 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Superior include Sup, Suy, Supie, and Supeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis