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Polly meaning

: wish for, or desired.

Polly Name Information

Gender 👩 Girl
Pronunciation 📣 \p(ol)-ly\
Number of People 👶 29,000
Rate in 2021 5212
Numerology 🔢 8
Name origin 🌍 Latin
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  1. Polly Name Meaning
  2. Polly's Name Photo Gallery
  3. Polly Name Origin and History
  4. Related Names to Polly
  5. Cool Info About Name Polly
  6. Polly On The Popularity Chart
  7. Similar names to Polly
  8. Name selection poll
  9. Comments
  10. Blog
  11. Polly FAQs

Polly Name Meaning

The name Polly is of English origin and it is derived from the Latin Paula, meaning 'small' or 'humble'. In a broader context, Polly conveys a sense of being desired or wished for, and it also carries a dainty charm with its connection to 'small' and 'humble'.

Polly Name Origin and History

Additional description of the name Polly
Additional description of the name Polly

Polly is traditionally an English name and is considered a diminutive or pet form of the name Mary or Martha. The transition came via Molly, another derivative of Mary. It came into prominence in the 18th Century and maintains a classic charm that transcends time.

Cool Info About Name Polly

Additional name description Polly
Additional name description Polly

Polly has been used for various renowned personalities such as Polly Allen Mellen, a well-known fashion editor, and Polly Holliday, an American actress known for her role in the sitcom "Alice". Moreover, there's the loved song, "Polly Wolly Doodle" that has been popular since the 19th century. In terms of personality, Polly is often associated with humble, loving, strong, and graceful characters. It maintains a moderately popular ranking among vintage names being revisited by new parents.

 
 
 
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Molly Holly Paulette Dolly Polina Apollonia Pollyanna Lolly

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*️⃣ What is the origin of the name Polly?
The origin of the name Polly is Latin.
*️⃣ What is meaning of name Polly?
wish for, or desired.
*️⃣ How many people are named Polly?
Almost 29000 people are named Polly.
*️⃣ Which names are related to the name Polly?
The names of Ridge, Raj, Rajesh, Rajah, Raji

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