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Nancy

Nancy is a girl name of English origin.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#786

How popular is Nancy?

Popularity in the United States

Nancy has been given to 1,005,950 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 5,612 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Nancy per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Nancy has been given to 9,591 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 1970s. Its use has declined since that peak.

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Babies named Nancy per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 2,710 people called Nancy living in Spain, with an average age of 47.9.

1,005,950 Babies named since 1880
1950s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Nancy

Is Nancy a boy's or a girl's name?

Nancy is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Nancy?

Nancy has been given to 1,005,950 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.