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Whiskey

Pronunciation: [ w-IHSK-ee ]

Boy Name #24,971 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Whiskey is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced w-IHSK-ee.

Parents who love the name Whiskey often also consider Wheeler, Whit, Whitney .

Popularity Over Time

#24,971
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#24,971
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Whi Why Whiie Whisie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Whiskey

Is Whiskey a boy or girl name?
Whiskey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #24971. As a girl name, it is ranked #24740. Whiskey is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Whiskey?
Whiskey is pronounced w-IHSK-ee.
How popular is the name Whiskey?
Whiskey is currently ranked #24971 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Whiskey?
Common nicknames for Whiskey include Whi, Why, Whiie, and Whisie.
Is Whiskey a common or rare name?
Whiskey is an uncommon name, ranked #24971 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Whiskey

Whiskey is a boy name .

Is Whiskey a boy or girl name? Whiskey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #24,971 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #24,740. Whiskey is more commonly used as a girl name.

Whiskey is currently ranked #24,971 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Whiskey include Whi, Why, Whiie, and Whisie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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