Katie vs Penny

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Katie

Girl #580 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#580
Total SSA Count
518
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kate, Kat

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Penny

Girl #746 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"with a web over her face"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#746
Total SSA Count
376
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Pen, Pey, Peie

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Popularity Comparison

Katie Rank #580
Penny Rank #746

Katie is more popular, ranked #580 vs #746 for Penny.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Katie ___

  • Katie Grace
  • Katie Rose
  • Katie Ann
  • Katie Lynn
  • Katie Elizabeth
  • Katie Marie

Penny ___

  • Penny Rose
  • Penny Jane
  • Penny Lou
  • Penny Mae
  • Penny Grace
  • Penny Blair

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Katie

Emily Sarah Connor Patrick Molly

If you choose Penny

Nellie Bea Dot Hazel Millie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Katie or Penny more popular?

Katie is more popular, ranked #580 compared to Penny at #746 in the United States.

What do Katie and Penny mean?

Katie means "pure, clear" (Greek origin). Penny means "with a web over her face" (Greek origin).

Are Katie and Penny boy or girl names?

Katie is primarily a girl name. Penny is primarily a girl name.

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