Pen

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The story of the name Pen

Pen is a short form of Penny. It keeps its origin (Greek) and meaning — weaver; possibly 'duck' or 'weft thread', and shares its name day, December 17.

On birth records, Pen is rarely written as such: the Pens are Pennys (98,991 births). For the name's history, year-by-year popularity and famous bearers, read the Penny page. Pen is also a short form of Penelope, Aspen, Pennie.

Frequently asked questions about Pen

What does Pen mean?

Pen is a short form of Penny, which means weaver; possibly 'duck' or 'weft thread'.

When is Pen's name day?

December 17, together with Penny: a short form shares the name day of the name it comes from.

Is Pen a name in its own right?

It is a familiar short form. It does not appear as such in birth records, where you find Penny.

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