Penny

Girl

Origin: Greek · English

Meaning

“short form of Penelope (Greek, possibly 'weaver') or of Margaret via Peggy ('pearl')”

Source

Cultural Notes

Diminutive of Penelope or independently of Margaret (via Peggy); Penny Marshall was a pioneering Hollywood director.

Popularity

Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 1960s
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Famous People Named Penny

  • Penny Marshall
  • Penny Lancaster

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