Penne
Penne is a girl baby name. Ranked #48,010 in the US, popular nicknames include Pen, Pey, and Penie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Penne first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 346 babies have been named Penne in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Penne is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,010 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #48,010
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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About the Name Penne
Penne is a girl name .
Penne is currently ranked #48,010 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Penne include Pen, Pey, and Penie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Penne include Penny . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis