Fanny
Fanny: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfæni/
Meaning and origin of Fanny
- A diminutive of the female given name Frances, itself also becoming a given name.
How popular is Fanny?
Since 1880, 9,654 girls in the U.S. have been named Fanny. Its highest rank for girls was #183 in 1880. In 2025, 18 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Fanny FAQ
What does the name Fanny mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Frances, itself also becoming a given name.
How popular is the name Fanny?
Since 1880, 9,654 girls in the U.S. have been named Fanny. Its highest rank for girls was #183 in 1880. In 2025, 18 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Fanny a boy or girl name?
Fanny is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 9,654 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.