Holding steady.
Popularity of Skippy since 1933
Babies named Skippy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 15 |
| 1940s | 71 |
| 1950s | 98 |
| 1960s | 23 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Skippy is an English nickname name that carries a distinctly mid-century American flavor. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1933, and its peak year came in 1950, when it reached its highest usage. Since then, the name has declined sharply, and it has not appeared in the top 1000 since the 1970s. The trajectory shows a stable pattern of very low usage in recent decades. While no states recorded particularly high concentrations, the name enjoyed broad but modest popularity. Despite its dated feel, Skippy retains a cheerful, friendly quality reminiscent of a bygone era.
Skippy originated as a diminutive or nickname based on the English word 'skip,' meaning to leap or move lightly. It gained modest use as an informal given name in the United States during the early 20th century, peaking in the 1950s. The name is also associated with the comic strip character Skippy (1923), created by Percy Crosby, which contributed to its popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Skip
Variants: Skip
Sibling names for Skippy
Names that share Skippy's style, for a brother or sister.
