Utica
Pronunciation: [ y-OOT-uhk-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Utica first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 5 babies have been named Utica in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Utica is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #59,789 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #59,789
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Utica
Utica is a girl name .
Utica is currently ranked #59,789 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Utica include Uti, Uty, Utie, and Utikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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