Pliny

Boy name

Pliny has been given to 15 babies in the U.S. since 1884. It peaked in 1884.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

Peak year

1884 (5 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1884

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Pliny.

15 babies since 1884

11 babies since 1882

10 babies since 1884

10 babies since 1890

25 babies since 1890

Same era and popularity as Pliny, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

Sisters

Brothers

How popular is the name Pliny?

Pliny has been given to 15 babies in the U.S. since 1884. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Pliny peak?

Pliny peaked in 1884, when 5 babies were given the name.

Is Pliny a girl or boy name?

Pliny is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Pliny are boys).

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