Waco
Pronunciation: [ w-AYK-oh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Waco first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 143 babies have been named Waco in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Waco is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,682 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #34,682
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Old German origin
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Hebrew origin
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Sanskrit rudhira origin
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Old Norse origin
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About the Name Waco
Waco is a boy name .
Waco is currently ranked #34,682 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Waco include Wacey . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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