Penni Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationPEN-ee / /ˈpɛni/English; diminutive of Penelope
Meaning
English: weaver; Greek: duck
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Penni is often considered a diminutive of Penelope, which has roots in Greek mythology. Penelope was the wife of Odysseus, known for her fidelity and cleverness. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has gained popularity as a standalone name in recent years.
Trend Summary
The name Penni has seen a modest presence in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Penny
International Variants
- Penélope (Spanish)
- Penelope (English)
Famous people named Penni
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Fictional characters named Penni
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Penni was first seen in the United States in 1938. Penni has ranked as high as #988 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in California, New York, Ohio, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Penni has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Penni (1987)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 18 |
| 1946 | 29 |
| 1947 | 34 |
| 1948 | 36 |
| 1949 | 39 |
| 1950 | 36 |
| 1951 | 41 |
| 1952 | 45 |
| 1953 | 51 |
| 1954 | 52 |
| 1955 | 52 |
| 1956 | 60 |
| 1957 | 73 |
| 1958 | 83 |
| 1959 | 121 |
| 1960 | 122 |
| 1961 | 129 |
| 1962 | 148 |
| 1963 | 136 |
| 1964 | 146 |
| 1965 | 129 |
| 1966 | 102 |
| 1967 | 107 |
| 1968 | 84 |
| 1969 | 78 |
| 1970 | 79 |
| 1971 | 72 |
| 1972 | 50 |
| 1973 | 41 |
| 1974 | 42 |
| 1975 | 41 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 27 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |