Girls name · New Jersey
Penelope in New Jersey
Penelope was the 30th most popular girls name in New Jersey in 2025, with 173 babies named Penelope that year. Since 1928, New Jersey families have named 2,767 babies Penelope.
Popularity over time
Penelope in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1928 | 5 | 401st |
| 1947 | 20 | 264th |
| 1957 | 12 | 431st |
| 1967 | 5 | 787th |
| 1995 | 6 | 931st |
| 2008 | 18 | 460th |
| 2016 | 163 | 37th |
| 2025 | 173 | 30th |
Its rank among girls names in New Jersey climbed from 401st in 1928 to 30th in 2025.
The most babies named Penelope in New Jersey in a single year was 184, in 2022. Its best showing was 26th among girls names in 2017.
Across the country, Penelope reached its best rank of 7th in Alaska (2022). See Penelope in every state →
How popular is Penelope in New Jersey?
Penelope was the 30th most popular girls name in New Jersey in 2025, with 173 babies named Penelope that year. Since 1928, New Jersey families have named 2,767 babies Penelope.
How many babies are named Penelope in New Jersey?
In 2025, 173 babies were named Penelope in New Jersey. The most babies named Penelope in New Jersey in a single year was 184, in 2022.
What is the rank of Penelope in New Jersey?
Penelope ranked 30th among girls names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 26th among girls names in 2017.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.