Peggy
boy namePeggy entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #1118 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
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rank today
#1118
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #2977 |
| 1930s | #1452 |
| 1940s | #1732 |
| 1950s | #1944 |
| 1960s | #2656 |
| 1970s | #4385 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Peggy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Peggy alive today was born around 1944, making them about 81 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Peggy in 2025?
- Peggy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Peggy most popular?
- Peggy peaked in 1936, reaching #1118 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Peggy with classmates?
- Peggy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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