Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "P" - page 3.
Polly
English name originally used as a nickname for people with curly or abundant hair, derived from the Middle English word "poli".
Paxton
English name derived from "paega" (peacock) and "tun" (enclosure), meaning "settlement by the peacocks".
Pranav
Indian-origin name derived from Sanskrit "Pravan," meaning "the first" or "beginning." It's often given to a family's eldest son, signifying new generations and lineage continuation.
Parks
Unique American given name derived from the English occupational surname for someone who worked in or owned a park. Its literal meaning is "enclosed area," but it may be associated with ideas of nature and open spaces.
Pauline
Pauline, of Latin origin meaning 'small' or 'humble', is derived from the feminine form of Paulus. Originally an epithet for Saint Paul the Apostle, it was first recorded in France during the 12th century.
Percival
Percival, of Germanic origin, signifies "piercing valiance." It first appeared in Arthurian literature as one of the Knights of the Round Table, symbolizing chivalry and bravery.
Pax
Latin-derived given name meaning 'peace'.
Payson
Rare American given name of French origin, derived from the surname Payson which means "from the country of Caux" in Normandy. It's associated with qualities like independence and originality, and has gained some popularity among parents seeking uncommon names.
Peace
English origin, signifies tranquility and harmony, reflecting its timeless appeal and relevance across cultures.
Pessy
Unique Hebrew name meaning 'miracle'.
Pete
English name of Greek origin, meaning 'rock' or 'stone', derived from the name Petros. It is named after Saint Peter, one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles.
Promyse
Rare French-derived name meaning 'promise', popularized by Balzac's 'Père Goriot'.
Peighton
English female given name believed to mean 'hill' or 'mountain', though some suggest it's a variant of Peyton derived from Peter. It evokes strength and solidity, gaining popularity recently despite lacking historical documentation prior to the late 20th century.
Polina
Slavic female name meaning "polyflower," first used prominently in Russia during the Middle Ages.
Pyper
Modern American given name derived from Scottish surname Piper, meaning 'piper' or 'bagpipe player.'
Pryce
Rare, unisex Welsh name derived from the old Welsh word "pryder", meaning 'care' or 'anxiety'. Historically used as both a given name and surname in Wales since the 13th century, Pryce gained popularity during the Victorian era in England due to Welsh cultural influence. Despite its Welsh origins, Pryce is not common within Wales today but can still be found among families with Celtic heritage.
Posey
Posey, of English origin, means 'horse' in Latin, symbolizing strength born during summer months.
Perel
Hebrew name derived from the word 'perah,' meaning 'miracle' or 'wonder.' It's associated with Rabbi Shimon Perel, a 16th-century Talmudic scholar known for his wisdom and miraculous deeds.
Pilar
Spanish name derived from 'pilar', meaning pillar or column, symbolizing resilience and strength, popularized by historical figures like Maria Pilar and Pilar de Zuazo y Navarro.
Payson
Rare American given name of English origin, derived from an occupational surname likely referring to a tax collector. Its meaning is uncertain but may be interpreted as "son of the pea farmer.
Patton
English given name derived from the Scottish surname Patton, with possible origins tracing back to Old French or Middle English roots.
Paxtyn
Modern English name derived from the surname Paxson, which means "peaceful" or "peace-loving".
Perri
Unique Italian female name meaning 'pearl', popularized during the Renaissance and symbolizing beauty and purity.
Paizley
Scottish-derived unisex given name meaning "the church", originally from the town Paisley in Renfrewshire.
Pascal
The given name Pascal is of French origin, derived from the Latin word "Paschalis," meaning "relating to Easter." It gained prominence through Blaise Pascal, a renowned French mathematician and philosopher. Today, it is a unisex name with meanings associated with renewal and intelligence.
Phoenyx
Unique, captivating name of unknown origin, often associated with the Greek mythological bird symbolizing renewal and rebirth.
Paetyn
Original and captivating unisex name with unknown origin and meaning, believed to be a blend of Paige and Etyn, and popularized in the early 21st century despite its rarity.
Price
English surname and given name of Norman origin, derived from the Middle English word "pris," meaning "price." It was originally a nickname for someone considered shrewd in business or dealing in precious goods. As a given name, Price gained popularity in the United States from the 1980s onward, with no famous historical figures attached to it.
Pearson
English surname turned unisex given name, originating from the Middle Ages and derived from the Old French word 'percehn', meaning 'to pierce'.
Pietro
Classic Italian name derived from the Latin "Petrus," meaning "rock" or "stone." It has been associated with strength, reliability, and steadfastness since ancient Roman times, and was later connected to the apostle Peter in Christianity.
Prosper
Latin-derived name that means "to cause to succeed," popularized during the Renaissance and notable in literature through Shakespeare's "The Tempest.
Psalm
Rare Hebrew name meaning "song" or "poem," derived from the Book of Psalms, gaining popularity in English-speaking countries due to its poetic significance and notable appearances in literature like Cormac McCarthy's "The Road.
Pandora
Pandora's name is of Greek origin, translating to 'all gifted,' despite its association with Pandora's Box.
Praise
African name, popular among Nigerians, meaning 'to praise' or 'prayer', reflecting deep Christian faith.
Pace
Italian surname derived from the Latin 'pax', meaning peace.
Parklynn
Korean name composed of "Park" (garden) and "lynn" (lake), signifying "garden by the lake".
Parth
Parth: An Indian name from Gujarat meaning 'to fly away', derived from Sanskrit 'Pravah' meaning 'flowing'.
Prynce
Uncommon English name derived from 'prince,' meaning 'chief' or 'ruler,' originally signifying royal status.
Perrin
Unisex given name of French origin, derived from the old Germanic 'Ferran', meaning "traveler". Once popular among French nobility in medieval times, it remains a unique historic choice with renewed popularity today.
Perl
The Hebrew-origin name Perl means 'miracle' or 'wonder', reflecting Jewish tradition's association with Queen Esther's miraculous acts.