Pennie

“Weaver, settling near the hill.”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8843US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

5.8kAll-time births

📅 Since 188200.01% of births at peak

What does Pennie mean and where does it come from?

Pennie is a diminutive form of the name Penelope or Pennington. It has Old English roots, where it relates to 'penn', meaning 'weaver' or 'the one who weaves'. The name is more commonly used as a nickname but can also stand alone as a given name. It has seen varying degrees of popularity across Engl

Cultural significance

Pennie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of weaver, settling near the hill..

Peak popularity

Reached #631 in 1963 — currently #8843 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Pennie?

Pennie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Pennie Grace

How popular is Pennie right now?

Rising fast — up 6033 spots — currently #8843 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1885–2023#8843 · Top 6.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8843	12	▲ up 6033 · +100% births
2022	#14876	6	▼ down 54
2021	#14822	6	▼ down 2756 · -14% births
2020	#12066	7	▼ down 4808 · -56% births
2015	#7258	16	▲ up 5033 · +100% births
2010	#12291	8	▼ down 435
2005	#11856	8	▼ down 1305 · +14% births
1995	#10551	7	▼ down 4988 · -56% births
1990	#5563	16	▼ down 2229 · -38% births
1985	#3334	26	▼ down 386 · -13% births
1980	#2948	30	▼ down 1290 · -48% births
1975	#1658	58	▼ down 568 · -47% births
1970	#1090	109	▼ down 407 · -48% births
1965	#683	208	▲ up 51 · +9% births
1960	#734	191	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Pennie

Best Year1965Rank #683

Peak Count208

Average Rank#4742

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202327 years

The story of Pennie

Pennie has been a beloved American name for over 142 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1882. With 5,764 total births recorded, Pennie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #777 in 1885, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8843 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Pennie in 1963:

Lisa Mary Susan Karen Linda

Pennie by decade

Pennie peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	38
1890s	102
1900s	108
1910s	184
1920s	184
1930s	141
1940s	672
1950s	1,298
1960s ★	1,849
1970s	707
1980s	244
1990s	75
2000s	53
2010s	102
2020s	7

💎With 5,764 total births, Pennie is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Pennie?

Common

PenPeEnnie

What names sound and feel like Pennie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Pennie also consider these

English · swan; beauty

Rennie

USA · Small or mighty.

Penni

English · English

Hennie

Dutch-speaking countries · A diminutive form

Common questions about the name Pennie

What does the name Pennie mean?

Pennie means "Weaver, settling near the hill." — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Pennie?

Pennie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Pennie have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Pennie?

Pennie originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Pennie trending right now?

Pennie is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Pennie a common or rare name?

Pennie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.