Nanci
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
6,474 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1953 Peak Popularity Year
222 Peak Births

Nanci Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Nanci is a name of Spanish origin, derived from the Hebrew name Anna, meaning 'grace'. It evolved from historical forms such as Anna and Nancy. The name conveys traits of warmth and creativity. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Nanci gained popularity in the 18th century and continues to hold a friendly image today.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nanci"

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Pronunciation

/ˈnæn.si/

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Origin

Spanish

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Etymology

Nanci is a variant of the name Nancy, which is derived from the Hebrew name Anna, meaning 'grace'. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 18th century.

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Meaning

grace

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Language Evolution

Anna, Hannah, Nance, Nancy, Nanci

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Historical Usage

The name Nancy became popular in the English-speaking countries in the 18th century, often used as a diminutive form of Ann or Hannah.

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Variants & Derivatives

Nancy, Nance, Nan, Nana

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Nanci is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and creativity.

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Famous People

Nanci Griffith, Nanci Pelosi

📊 Nanci Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Nanci Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 222 peak births in 1953

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 27 US states, with strongest presence in California

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Nanci" - Complete Guide (6 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Nanci". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 6 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nanci"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Nanci"

"Nanci" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 1301st of 9204 625
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 761st of 12526 3,188
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 1347th of 19264 1,303
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 2365th of 27321 785
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 4030th of 35406 553
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 21584th of 30306 20

Regional Popularity of "Nanci" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Nanci" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
63.45%
981st/1546
55.98%
871st/1556
100.00%
2353rd/2353
52.62%
814th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
29.23%
651st/2227
24.32%
591st/2430
50.68%
1446th/2853
21.23%
589th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
47.97%
1409th/2937
29.20%
1017th/3483
59.52%
2094th/3518
27.55%
1114th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
3685th/3685
85.79%
3839th/4475
58.26%
3026th/5194
21.47%
1356th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 42.98%
3143rd/7313
36.78%
2745th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Nanci"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Nanci" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nanci" in the United States

The name Nanci is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nanci has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nanci' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1301st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 761st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1347th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2365th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4030th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21584th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nanci' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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