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Urban

Pronunciation: [ ERB-uhn ]

Boy Name #5,892 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Urban is a boy name, recorded for 16 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced ERB-uhn.

Parents who love the name Urban often also consider Uriah, Ursula, Ura .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #5,892
Total SSA Count: 16

Nicknames

Urb Ury Urbie

Similar Names

Uriah Ursula Ura Ura Urania Ural Ursule Urbano

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Frequently Asked Questions About Urban

Is Urban a boy or girl name?

Urban is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Urban?

Urban is pronounced ERB-uhn.

How popular is the name Urban?

Urban is currently ranked #5892 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Urban?

Common nicknames for Urban include Urb, Ury, and Urbie.

Is Urban a common or rare name?

Urban is an uncommon name, ranked #5892 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Urban

Urban is a boy name .

Urban is currently ranked #5,892 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Urban include Urb, Ury, and Urbie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.