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Fanny vs Fannie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fanny

Girl #5,174 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free one"

Origin: Latin Franciscus

Cultural Roots

English French Swedish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,174
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

25 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Fanny Rank #5,174
Fannie Rank #33,389

Fanny is more popular, ranked #5174 vs #33389 for Fannie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fanny or Fannie more popular?

Fanny is more popular, ranked #5174 compared to Fannie at #33389 in the United States.

What do Fanny and Fannie mean?

Fanny means "free one" (Latin Franciscus origin).

Are Fanny and Fannie boy or girl names?

Fanny is primarily a girl name. Fannie is primarily a boy name.

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