Brownie
Pronunciation: [ br-OWN-ee ]
Brownie is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,945 in the US, popular nicknames include Bro, Bry, and Broie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Brownie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 25 babies have been named Brownie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Brownie is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,945 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,945
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Brownie is also used as a boy name, ranked #14698.
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About the Name Brownie
Brownie is a girl name .
Is Brownie a boy or girl name? Brownie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #38,945 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #14,698. Brownie is more commonly used as a boy name.
Brownie is currently ranked #38,945 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Brownie include Bro, Bry, Broie, and Browie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis