Peggyann is a unique and charming female given name of unknown origin, not derived from any known Greek, Latin, Hebrew, English, nor French names. It first emerged in the late 19th century, with its earliest record in the U.S. Social Security Death Index being 1892. This rare name gained some popularity during the mid-20th century but has remained relatively uncommon throughout its history.
The name Peggyann consists of two parts: 'Peggy', a diminutive form of Margaret, which means 'perla' or 'pearl' in Latin; and '-ann', a suffix often used to create feminine names. However, since Peggyann is not derived from any known masculine name ending with '-ann', its meaning remains uncertain.
In literature, the name Peggyann appears in at least one notable work: "Peggy Ann Lee" is a character in the novel "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton, published in 1967. This association may have contributed to the name's popularity during that time period.
Today, Peggyann remains an uncommon yet distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique and memorable name for their daughters. It is often associated with a vintage or retro style due to its mid-20th century peak in popularity and its connection to classic literature.
The name Peggyann appears to have been quite popular among parents during the late 1920s through the early 1960s, with a total of 300 babies being named Peggyann during this period. The years with the highest number of births were 1946 and 1948, each with 18 occurrences, followed by 1931 with 11 births. However, it seems that its popularity declined after the mid-1950s, as there were fewer than 10 births per year from 1954 onwards.