Nancy

Pronunciation: [ n-ANS-ee ]

Boy Name #31,459 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Nancy is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced n-ANS-ee.

Parents who love the name Nancy often also consider Nancy, Nannie, Naomi .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #31,459
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Nan Nay Nanie

Also a Girl Name

Nancy is also used as a girl name, ranked #920.

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Similar Names

Nancy Nannie Naomi Nan Natalie Nathan Nathaniel Napoleon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nancy

Is Nancy a boy or girl name?

Nancy is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #31459. As a girl name, it is ranked #920. Nancy is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Nancy?

Nancy is pronounced n-ANS-ee.

How popular is the name Nancy?

Nancy is currently ranked #31459 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Nancy?

Common nicknames for Nancy include Nan, Nay, and Nanie.

Is Nancy a common or rare name?

Nancy is an uncommon name, ranked #31459 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Nancy

Nancy is a boy name .

Is Nancy a boy or girl name? Nancy is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #31,459 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #920. Nancy is more commonly used as a girl name.

Nancy is currently ranked #31,459 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nancy include Nan, Nay, and Nanie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.