Fancy

Girl name

Fancy has been given to 573 babies in the U.S. since 1952. It peaked in 1991.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

573

Peak year

1991 (36 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1952

10-year trend

▼ -8%

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Fancy — alternate spellings parents actually use.

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FAQ

How popular is the name Fancy?

Fancy has been given to 573 babies in the U.S. since 1952. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Fancy peak?

Fancy peaked in 1991, when 36 babies were given the name.

Is Fancy a girl or boy name?

Fancy is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Fancy are girls).

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