Glennie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Glennie has its origin in Scottish Gaelic, meaning 'valley.' It evolved from the word 'gleann' through various forms over time. The name carries traits of nature and tranquility, with no biblical relevance. It has seen usage primarily in Scotland and has become more popular as a first name in the 20th century.
The name Glennie is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Glennie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Glennie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3166th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3385th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3848th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8221st out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1051st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1511th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2916th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15137th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Glennie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Glennie"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡlɛni/
Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Etymology
The name Glennie is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word 'gleann,' which means 'valley.' It reflects a connection to nature and is often associated with places located in valleys.
Meaning
valley
Language Evolution
Gleann, Glen, Glennie
Historical Usage
Glennie gained popularity as a surname in Scotland and has been used as a first name in more recent times, particularly in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Glen, Glenn, Glenna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Glennie is perceived as a unique and somewhat vintage name, often associated with nature and tranquility.
Famous People
Glennie Scott, a notable Scottish musician, Dame Evelyn Glennie, a renowned percussionist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Glennie"
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 "Glennie"
"Glennie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3166th of 7545 | 110 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3385th of 6773 | 89 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3848th of 7552 | 79 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8221st of 10718 | 16 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1051st of 9107 | 873 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1511th of 9204 | 491 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2916th of 12526 | 301 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15137th of 19264 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Glennie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Glennie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
31.70% 750th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
42.97% 1011th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
70.66% 2016th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Glennie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Glennie" 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.