Girl · 1593rd of 9,204
Nancye
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,031
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1944
Peak Popularity Year
36
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Nancye stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Nancye is a variant of Nancy, which has its roots in Hebrew through the name Chana meaning grace. It evolved through several historical forms before becoming popular in English-speaking countries. The name carries a sense of charm and femininity, with no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈnæn.si/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Nancye is a variant of the name Nancy, which is derived from the Hebrew name 'Chana' meaning 'grace'. The name was popularized in the English-speaking world during the 18th century.
Meaning
grace
Language Evolution
Chana, Anne, Nancy, Nancye
Historical Usage
The name Nancy became widely used in the 18th century, gaining popularity through literature and society, and Nancye emerged as a unique variant.
Variants & Derivatives
Nancy, Nan, Nance, Nancie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nancye is viewed as a vintage and unique name, often associated with charm and femininity.
Famous People
Nancye Hayes, Nancye McKeon
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 36 peak births in 1944
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3058th of 9107 | 159 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1593rd of 9204 | 454 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2501st of 12526 | 386 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11493rd of 19264 | 32 |