Penney
Pronunciation: [ p-EHN-ee ]
Penney is a girl baby name. Ranked #67,207 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
Penney first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,692 babies have been named Penney in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Penney is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #67,207 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #67,207
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Penney
Penney is a girl name .
Penney is currently ranked #67,207 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Penney include Pen, Pey, Penie, and Pennie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Penney 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