Penne
girl namePenne entered the US charts in 1939, peaked at #1126 in 1962, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1939–2025
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rank today
#1126
peak (1962)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #4250 |
| 1940s | #2785 |
| 1950s | #3732 |
| 1960s | #3446 |
| 1970s | #7071 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Penne are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Penne alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Penne in 2025?
- Penne is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Penne most popular?
- Penne peaked in 1962, reaching #1126 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Penne with classmates?
- Penne will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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