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By Madison Dresler · Jul 2026

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Favor

OriginEnglish
Meaning"kindness, benefit; support, approval"
GenderBoy
Also a girl's nameShow me Favor as a girl's name
NB Rank#8507

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About Favor

The name Favor peaked for boys at #6043 in 2011. Favor is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

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