Nancy is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #967 in 2025 with 265 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 1,825 births ranking #172. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 85.5%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 6,065 girls born was named Nancy. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Nancy is a familiar classic that ultimately belongs to the Anne family and carries the meaning 'grace'. It feels brisk, vintage, and straightforward.
Once extremely common, Nancy later came to feel strongly tied to a particular era and is now returning with vintage appeal. Its long everyday use has made it feel approachable rather than formal.