Thurl
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Thurl first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 38 babies have been named Thurl in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Thurl is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,961 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #37,961
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Thurl
Thurl is a boy name .
Thurl is currently ranked #37,961 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Thurl include Thu, Thy, Thie, and Thukins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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