Nanny
girl nameNanny entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #1108 in 1886, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1886–2025
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rank today
#1108
peak (1886)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1108 |
| 1890s | #1450 |
| 1900s | #1725 |
| 1920s | #4251 |
| 1930s | #4342 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nanny are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nanny alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nanny in 2025?
- Nanny is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nanny most popular?
- Nanny peaked in 1886, reaching #1108 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nanny with classmates?
- Nanny will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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