Pollie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Pollie is a diminutive of Polly, which is derived from Mary, a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'wished-for child'. The name has evolved through several historical forms, starting from Miriam to Maria, and later to Mary and Polly. Pollie became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries as a pet name. It conveys traits of charm and friendliness, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Pollie is most popular in Kentucky, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Pollie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Pollie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1434th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2154th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4359th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11870th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Pollie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pollie"
Pronunciation
/ˈpɒli/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Pollie is a diminutive form of the name Polly, which itself is derived from the name Mary. The name Mary has roots in the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'wished-for child'.
Meaning
little Polly
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Maria (Latin), Mary (English), Polly (English), Pollie (English)
Historical Usage
Pollie gained popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries as a pet form of Mary, often used affectionately.
Variants & Derivatives
Polly, Mary, Molly
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Pollie is viewed as a charming and endearing name, often associated with a playful and friendly personality.
Famous People
Pollie Popplewell, an English actress, Pollie Harris, an American philanthropist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pollie"
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 "Pollie"
"Pollie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1434th of 9107 | 535 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2154th of 9204 | 285 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4359th of 12526 | 154 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11870th of 19264 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Pollie" 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 "Pollie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
48.82% 1155th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
75.18% 1769th/2353 |
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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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Pollie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pollie" 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.