Polly
Meaning: A name that cradles its bearer with gentle meaning
Origin: Old French/English
Gender: Girl
Rank in Ireland: #689
Total births: 222
History: In the shadow of Blarney Castle, Polly was whispered alongside legends of the Book of Invasions. Families in County Derry passed the name down with pride through centuries. It embodies the resilience that defined the founding of the Free State.
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| Current rank (2025) | #325 |
| Babies named Polly in 2025 | 12 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 222 |
| Peak year | 2022 (14 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #296 |
| Years in records | 1995–2025 (25 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 50 spots |
Frequently asked about Polly
What does the name Polly mean?
Polly means “A name that cradles its bearer with gentle meaning” from Old French/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Polly?
Polly has Old French/English origin. The traditional meaning is “A name that cradles its bearer with gentle meaning”.
How popular is Polly in Ireland?
Polly ranked #325 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 12 babies that year.
When was Polly most popular?
Polly peaked in 2022 with 14 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Polly a boy or girl name?
Polly is predominantly a girls' name in Ireland — over 90% of Pollys in registered births are female.
Is the name Polly rising or falling in popularity?
Polly has risen 50 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #375 in 2020 to #325 in 2025.
How long has Polly been recorded in Ireland?
Polly appears in birth records in Ireland across 25 years — from 1995 through 2025.