Penn
PEN
Popularity
#2978
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
English
Total Births
1,182
Peak Year
#80 in 2020
First Recorded
1915
Style
Sophisticated & Formal
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
An English surname of topographical origin, referring to someone who lived near a 'pen' or enclosure, hill, or headland.
Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
William Penn
Founder of the Province of Pennsylvania and advocate for religious freedom.
Sean Penn
Acclaimed American actor and film director.
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