Tollie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tollie is an English name derived from the Old French 'Tollier', meaning 'to lift' or 'to raise'. It has evolved from Tollier to Toll in Middle English, and finally to Tollie in Modern English. The name is characterized by its friendly and informal nature. There is no biblical relevance associated with Tollie, and it gained popularity in the 19th century. Common variants include Toll and Tollin.
The name Tollie is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy 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, Tollie has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Tollie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2164th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2716th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3204th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6919th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15031st out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6038th out of 9107 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Tollie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tollie"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɒli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Tollie is a diminutive form of the name Toll, which is derived from the Old French name 'Tollier', meaning 'to lift' or 'to raise'.
Meaning
to lift, to raise
Language Evolution
Tollier (Old French), Toll (Middle English), Tollie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Tollie gained popularity in the 19th century as a friendly and informal diminutive of Toll.
Variants & Derivatives
Toll, Tollie, Tollin
Modern Popularity & Image
Tollie is perceived as a charming and affectionate name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Tollie McFadden, American football player, Tollie L. Heller, American artist
📊 Tollie Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Tollie Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 21 peak births in 1917
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tollie"
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 "Tollie"
"Tollie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2164th of 7545 | 224 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2716th of 6773 | 144 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3204th of 7552 | 127 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6919th of 10718 | 28 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15031st of 16616 | 8 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6038th of 9107 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Tollie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
84.53% 2000th/2366 |
- |
| 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 "Tollie" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tollie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tollie" 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.