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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 the films 'Big' and 'A League of Their Own'
  • First woman to direct a film that grossed over $100 million

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