Adut

Q: What is the origin of Adut?

Adut is of Dinka origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Adut?

According to the latest SSA data, Adut is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Adut a girl name?

Adut is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Unique; Special"

A Dinka name used in South Sudanese communities, where interpretation can be clan- or circumstance-based rather than lexically fixed.

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Adut

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Adut did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Adut Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Adut.

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aduy

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adut

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adutie

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aduty

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Adut mean?

Adut means "Unique; Special". A Dinka name used in South Sudanese communities, where interpretation can be clan- or circumstance-based rather than lex

What is the origin of Adut?

Adut is of Dinka origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Adut?

According to the latest SSA data, Adut is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Adut a girl name?

Adut is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Adut?

Popular nicknames for Adut include aduy, adut, ad, adutie, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Adut?

There are many names similar to Adut in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginDinka

Syllables2

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alton Al Ashley Addison Anson

Sisters

Arlene Addie Ashlee Ashleigh Audra

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