Quick answer
Nancy is a girl name.
Pronunciation: English /ˈnæn.si/; Latin American Spanish /ˈnan.si/; European Spanish /ˈnan.θi/.
Meaning and history
Previously a medieval diminutive of Annis, though since the 18th century it has been a diminutive of Ann. It is now usually regarded as an independent name. During the 20th century it became very popular in the United States. A city in the Lorraine region of France bears this name, though it derives from a different source. Famous bearers include the American first lady Nancy Reagan (1921-2016), and the fictional teen detective Nancy Drew, first appearing in books beginning 1930.
Notes and context
Usage: english, spanish