Find out how popular the first name Pennie has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Pennie by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Pennie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 12 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Pennie.

The history of the first name Pennie

The name Pennie is derived from the Latin name "Penelope," which means "weaver" or "duck." It has its origins in Greek mythology, where Penelope was the faithful wife of Odysseus in Homer's epic poem, the Odyssey.

The name Penelope was popular in ancient Greece and later spread to other parts of Europe during the Roman Empire. The name Pennie emerged as a diminutive or shortened form of Penelope, likely during the Middle Ages.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Pennie can be found in the 13th century in England. It was a common name among the lower classes and was often spelled as "Penne" or "Penny" during that time.

In the 16th century, the name Pennie gained popularity among the upper classes as well. One notable figure was Pennie Meautys, an English noblewoman who lived from 1532 to 1607. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her political influence during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.

Another historical figure with the name Pennie was Pennie Brewster, an English Puritan who was born in 1609. She was one of the founders of the town of Taunton, Massachusetts, and played a significant role in the establishment of the colony.

During the 18th century, the name Pennie was particularly popular in Scotland. One notable bearer was Pennie Lochhead, a Scottish poet who lived from 1737 to 1805. She was known for her satirical works and her contributions to the Scottish literary tradition.

In the 19th century, the name Pennie appeared in various literary works, including the novel "Pennie by the Beach" by Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman, published in 1888. This helped to further popularize the name.

Other notable historical figures with the name Pennie include Pennie Edmiston, an American singer and actress born in 1932, and Pennie Laingen, an American author and political activist born in 1935.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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