Girls name · New York
Penelope in New York
Penelope was the 26th most popular girls name in New York in 2025, with 348 babies named Penelope that year. Since 1916, New York families have named 7,204 babies Penelope.
Popularity over time
Penelope in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 | 717th |
| 1932 | 5 | 746th |
| 1948 | 64 | 255th |
| 1963 | 30 | 538th |
| 1979 | 6 | 1532nd |
| 1995 | 24 | 644th |
| 2010 | 89 | 209th |
| 2025 | 348 | 26th |
Its rank among girls names in New York climbed from 717th in 1916 to 26th in 2025.
The most babies named Penelope in New York in a single year was 393, in 2019. Its best showing was 24th among girls names in 2019.
Across the country, Penelope reached its best rank of 7th in Alaska (2022). See Penelope in every state →
How popular is Penelope in New York?
Penelope was the 26th most popular girls name in New York in 2025, with 348 babies named Penelope that year. Since 1916, New York families have named 7,204 babies Penelope.
How many babies are named Penelope in New York?
In 2025, 348 babies were named Penelope in New York. The most babies named Penelope in New York in a single year was 393, in 2019.
What is the rank of Penelope in New York?
Penelope ranked 26th among girls names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 24th among girls names in 2019.
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.