How Many People Are Named Percy?
Complete statistics for the name Percy: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Percy, a very rare male name, is held by just 1 in 28,978 Americans today, making it quite unique. With an estimated 11,388 people bearing this name in the US, it's a classic that's seeing a resurgence in popularity.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 87All 32,584 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1921Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Percy Through the Generations
Percy peaked in 1921 with 618 births, reflecting its strong association with the early 20th century. Today, it's a name that skews older, with 82% of those named Percy being over 60. This trend suggests that while Percy remains a cherished name among older generations, it's also gaining traction among younger parents looking for a timeless choice.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Percy
The English surname Percy is of Norman origin, coming from Normandy to England, United Kingdom. It was from the House of Percy, Norman lords of Northumberland, and derives from the village of Percy-en-Auge in Normandy. From there, it came into use as a mostly masculine and rarely feminine given name. It is also a short form of the given name Percival, Perseus, etc.…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Percy's Old French roots
📄 About the Name Percy
How Many People Have the Name Percy?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,062 people in the United States currently share the name Percy. That works out to roughly 1 in every 81,598 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Percy a Common or Rare Name?
Percy is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Percy in SSA data, approximately 98% are male and 2% are female.
When Was Percy Most Popular?
The name Percy reached peak popularity in 1921, with 618 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Percy?
Approximately 4,062 people named Percy live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,062. That works out to roughly 1 in 81,598 Americans.
Is Percy a rare name?
Percy is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 81,598 Americans has this name.
What does the name Percy mean?
The meaning and origin of Percy are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Percy more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 98% of people named Percy are male and 2% are female.
When was Percy most popular?
Percy peaked in 1921 with 618 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.