Holding steady.
Popularity of Tollie since 1884
Babies named Tollie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1927, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Tollie's real moment was 1888.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 0 | 25 |
| 1890s | 6 | 5 |
| 1900s | 13 | 22 |
| 1910s | 16 | 98 |
| 1920s | 0 | 131 |
| 1930s | 0 | 78 |
| 1940s | 0 | 76 |
| 1950s | 0 | 87 |
| 1960s | 0 | 18 |
| 1970s | 0 | 12 |
| 1980s | 5 | 14 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tollie is a rare and archaic given name of English origin, first recorded in the United States in 1884. Its popularity peaked in 1888, but it has since fallen out of common use, and the trajectory has remained stable with negligible frequency. The name's etymology is uncertain, possibly a diminutive of an older surname or name. Tollie has never ranked on national charts, reflecting its status as a historical curiosity rather than a contemporary choice. Its top states and similar names are not recorded, underscoring its obscurity. For parents seeking a truly unique and vintage-sounding name with a simple, friendly pronunciation, Tollie offers a distinctive option, albeit one with little documented history or cultural footprint.
Tollie is a rare English given name, likely a diminutive or pet form of an older surname or given name such as Tholl or Tolley. Its earliest recorded use in the United States dates to 1884, with a peak in popularity in 1888. The name has never been common, and its exact derivation remains unclear.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Tolley
Sibling names for Tollie
Names that share Tollie's style, for a brother or sister.
