Pollyanna
girl name#6116 in 2025Pollyanna entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1559 in 1964, ranks #6116 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#6116
rank today
#1559
peak (1964)
19
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2300 |
| 1920s | #2409 |
| 1930s | #3481 |
| 1940s | #4265 |
| 1950s | #5212 |
| 1960s | #2439 |
| 1970s | #4120 |
| 1980s | #8497 |
| 1990s | #9816 |
| 2000s | #13613 |
| 2010s | #11776 |
| 2020s | #9238 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Pollyanna are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pollyanna alive today was born around 1964, making them about 61 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pollyanna in 2025?
- Pollyanna ranks #6116 among US girl names in 2025, with 19 babies given the name.
- When was the name Pollyanna most popular?
- Pollyanna peaked in 1964, reaching #1559 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Pollyanna with classmates?
- Pollyanna will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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