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At a Glance: Name: Ginny – Gender: primarily used for girls
Ginny has been recorded in U.S. birth data going all the way back to 1918, so it's a name with over a century of history behind it. It reached its widest use in 1958, when 242 baby girls were given the name, and today it sits far down the list as one of the less common choices. If you like a name with a long track record but a rare, uncrowded feel right now, Ginny fits that.
Meaning & Origin of Ginny
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Popularity of Ginny
Ginny peaked at #631 in 1958 with 242 babies given the name that year, and by 2024 it had dropped to #3021, with just 54 babies given the name.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data via names_full.json, 1918–2024.
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Names With a Similar Story
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FAQ
Is Ginny a popular name right now?
Ginny peaked at #631 in 1958 and is ranked #3021 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1918–2024.)
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