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Record Pronunciation
Record is pronounced REK-ərd /ˈrɛk.ərd/High
Meaning: From the word record — Latin recordari, 'to remember, to call to mind; a memorial, an account'Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Record comes from the word record — Latin recordari, 'to remember, to call to mind' (literally 'to bring back to the heart', from cor, 'heart') — hence 'a memorial, an account; a music record'. A bold, distinctive, modern word-name.
It registers thinly in records. Very rare, to-remember at the root, and distinctive.
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How do you pronounce Record?
Record is pronounced REK-ərd (/ˈrɛk.ərd/). Press play above to hear Record said aloud.
How do you say Record?
Record is said REK-ərd (/ˈrɛk.ərd/). Press play above to hear Record said aloud.
What does the name Record mean?
Record is the word for 'a record; to remember, to call to mind' (Latin recordari).
Is Record a boy or girl name?
Record is a boy's name.
How popular is Record?
Record is a very rare name in the U.S.






