Penny is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #194 in 2023 with 256 recorded births. This places Penny in the top 3% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2016 with 305 births ranking #178. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 216.0%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 1,002 girls born was named Penny. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Penny is a cheerful vintage short form usually linked to Penelope. It feels bright, friendly, and instantly approachable.
Long used as a nickname and often as a standalone given name, Penny has remained familiar through many decades. Its recent appeal also benefits from the revival of playful antique short forms.