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Name Origin

Penny is a diminutive of the name Penelope, which has Greek origins meaning 'weaver'. As a standalone name, Penny became popular in the 20th century and is often associated with qualities like friendliness, spunkiness, and approachability.

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Famous People

Penny Marshall (1943-2018)

Actress, director

  • Directed films like Big and A League of Their Own
  • Starred in the sitcom Laverne & Shirley

Penny Lane (1982-)

Singer-songwriter

  • Known for her indie folk music
  • Released albums like 'The Time Traveler'

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