Zef
Zef is a boy baby name. Ranked #27,973 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Zef first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 44 babies have been named Zef in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zef is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,973 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,973
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Zef
Zef is a boy name .
Zef is currently ranked #27,973 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis