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Current rank (2025)#6325
Babies named Fanny in 202518
Total recorded9,653
Peak year1916 (241 babies)
Highest rank ever#183
Years in records1880–2025 (146 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 3250 spots

Frequently asked about Fanny

What does the name Fanny mean?
Fanny means “Grace and divine favor — a gift from God” from English (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Fanny?
Fanny has English (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Grace and divine favor — a gift from God”.
How popular is Fanny?
Fanny ranked #6325 in 2025 — given to 18 babies that year.
When was Fanny most popular?
Fanny peaked in 1916 with 241 babies registered that year.
Is Fanny a boy or girl name?
Fanny is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Fannys in registered births are female.
Is the name Fanny rising or falling in popularity?
Fanny has risen 3250 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9575 in 2020 to #6325 in 2025.
How long has Fanny been recorded?
Fanny appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.

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