How popular is the name Nancy in 2025?

Nancy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Nancy most popular?

Nancy peaked in 1938, reaching #622 among US boy names.

Nancy will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Nancy entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #622 in 1938, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#622

peak (1938)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,700 people named Nancy are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Nancy alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Nancy in 2025?: Nancy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Nancy most popular?: Nancy peaked in 1938, reaching #622 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Nancy with classmates?: Nancy will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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