Small desert fox
Derived from the Arabic word 'fanak', this name refers to the fennec fox, known for its distinctive large ears and desert habitat. It is a rare animal-inspired name that has recently transitioned into use as a modern given name.
Less common today
Fennec isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,087 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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