Penny
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Penny
Penny derives from the Old English "penig" and Greek "pene," ultimately referring to a coin or small monetary unit, with the name originally used as a reference to wealth or value.
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Etymology
Penny derives from the Old English "penig" and Greek "pene," ultimately referring to a coin or small monetary unit, with the name originally used as a reference to wealth or value. The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Britain and North America, with no specific religious association, though it became increasingly popular as a given name for girls during the 20th century.
Penny currently ranks #740 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1963.
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