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Pennington

PEN-ing-tun

Pennington is a unisex name of English origin, meaning “Derived from an Old English surname meaning 'Pena's settlement' or 'stone farm'. It suggests a connection to a historical place and a sturdy foundation.”, and peaked in popularity in 2015.

Letters10
Syllables3
OriginEnglish

What Pennington Means

Derived from an Old English surname meaning 'Pena's settlement' or 'stone farm'. It suggests a connection to a historical place and a sturdy foundation.

The Story of Pennington

Does the idea of a name that grounds your child in history, like a sturdy settlement built on solid land, resonate with you?

Pennington is an English surname derived from a place name, meaning 'Pena's settlement' or 'stone farm'. It evokes a sense of established roots and a connection to the land, suggesting a community built with purpose and enduring strength over time.

This name is for a child who will be dependable and grounded, a person with a loyal heart and a practical approach to life. You envision your son or daughter building a life on a foundation of integrity, always practical and true.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

DependableGroundedLoyalPractical

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Peak Year

#7 in 2015

Total Births

30

First Recorded

2009

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