Polly
boy namePolly entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #3260 in 1924, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#3260
peak (1924)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4179 |
| 1920s | #3260 |
| 1930s | #3696 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Polly are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Polly alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Polly most popular?
- Polly peaked in 1924, reaching #3260 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Polly with classmates?
- Polly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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