Penny
boy namePenny entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1546 in 1962, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#1546
peak (1962)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3817 |
| 1920s | #4248 |
| 1930s | #3257 |
| 1940s | #2820 |
| 1950s | #2719 |
| 1960s | #2395 |
| 1970s | #3226 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Penny are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Penny 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 Penny in 2025?
- Penny is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Penny most popular?
- Penny peaked in 1962, reaching #1546 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Penny with classmates?
- Penny will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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