Petty
girl namePetty entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #4331 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
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rank today
#4331
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4967 |
| 1930s | #4331 |
| 1950s | #5414 |
| 1970s | #9067 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Petty are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Petty alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Petty in 2025?
- Petty is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Petty most popular?
- Petty peaked in 1931, reaching #4331 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Petty with classmates?
- Petty will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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