Wraith
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Wraith first appeared in US Social Security records in 2003.
Over 38 babies have been named Wraith in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Wraith is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,571 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #14,571
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Wraith
Wraith is a boy name .
Wraith is currently ranked #14,571 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Wraith include Wra, Wrai, Wraiy, Wraiie, Wry, Wrie, and Wrakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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