Twain
Pronunciation: [ tw-AYN ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Twain first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 130 babies have been named Twain in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Twain is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,473 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,473
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Twain
Twain is a boy name .
Twain is currently ranked #38,473 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Twain include Twa, Twy, Twie, and Twakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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