Pollyanna Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationPOL-ee-AN-uh / /ˌpɒliˈænə/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: beloved; English: a combination of Polly and Anna
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Pollyanna is derived from the combination of the names Polly and Anna. It gained popularity from the 1913 novel 'Pollyanna' by Eleanor H. Porter, which features an optimistic young girl. The character's name has since become synonymous with an excessively cheerful outlook on life. The name reflects themes of hope and positivity.
Trend Summary
The name Pollyanna has seen fluctuating popularity, with a notable rise in the early 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Polly
- Anna
International Variants
- Pollyanna (English)
Famous people named Pollyanna
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Fictional characters named Pollyanna
Pollyanna Whittier from 'Pollyanna' is a young girl known for her optimistic attitude.
Pollyanna from various adaptations of Eleanor H. Porter's novel embodies the spirit of positivity.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pollyanna was first seen in the United States in 1914. Pollyanna has ranked as high as #1075 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in California, Indiana, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Pollyanna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pollyanna (1975)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 20 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 25 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1960 | 21 |
| 1961 | 43 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 30 |
| 1964 | 53 |
| 1965 | 25 |
| 1966 | 30 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 13 |