Polly
girl name#2298 in 2025Polly entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #222 in 1881, ranks #2298 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2298
rank today
#222
peak (1881)
79
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #284 |
| 1890s | #344 |
| 1900s | #386 |
| 1910s | #400 |
| 1920s | #369 |
| 1930s | #320 |
| 1940s | #348 |
| 1950s | #387 |
| 1960s | #439 |
| 1970s | #814 |
| 1980s | #1757 |
| 1990s | #3013 |
| 2000s | #4377 |
| 2010s | #3406 |
| 2020s | #2564 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Polly has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 17,000 people named Polly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Polly alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Polly in 2025?
- Polly ranks #2298 among US girl names in 2025, with 79 babies given the name.
- When was the name Polly most popular?
- Polly peaked in 1881, reaching #222 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Polly with classmates?
- Polly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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