Male names most popular over the last 10 years - page 982.
Pearley
Unique given name of American origin, with no widely accepted meaning or history.
Pearlie
American name derived from 'pearl', signifying rarity and value, coined in the early 20th century as an African American variant of Pearl.
Pearly
English given name derived from the adjective 'pearly', meaning pearl-like, associated with beauty and rarity.
Peary
Rare American given name derived from the English-Scottish surname Pearey, potentially inspired by Arctic explorer Robert Edwin Peary.
Peat
Uncommon Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic word for 'peat', used by a few notable individuals like Peat Allen.
Pedram
Persian name derived from "patag", meaning 'gift', and was popular among Zoroastrians who saw it as a divine gift. It has been used for centuries in Iran and other Middle Eastern countries, and notable figures like Pedram Khosravi, an Iranian poet, and Pedram ibn Yushij, a mathematician, have carried this name. Today, Pedram is still popular among Persian-speaking communities worldwide.
Pedrojose
Pedro Jose is a Hispanic name combining Pedro ('rock') and José ('he will add'), reflecting strength and growth.
Pedrojr
Pedro Jr is a unique name with deep roots in Spanish and Portuguese history. Meaning 'rock' or 'stone', it's derived from 'Petrus', with 'Jr' denoting junior. Popular in Brazil and Portugal, it remains distinctive despite its popularity.
Pedroluis
Rare yet significant Spanish name combining Pedro (strength, endurance) and Luis (bravery, leadership).
Pedrum
Armenian name derived from Persian Perooz, meaning 'victorious'.
Peer
Norwegian and Danish name derived from the Old Norse word 'píðr', meaning 'small'. It was traditionally given to younger royal sons deemed less significant than their elder brothers. Despite its historic popularity among royalty, Peer remains relatively uncommon today but continues to be chosen for its distinctive Scandinavian heritage.
Peerless
Rare English name derived from 'peerles', meaning 'matchless' or 'without equal'.
Peggy
Playful English feminine name derived from Margaret, which means "pearl" in Latin.
Peirre
Pierre is a French masculine given name derived from the Greek 'Petros,' meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' It was bestowed upon Simon by Jesus, becoming one of the most common and historically significant names in France.
Peja
Albanian origin name derived from "Pej," meaning "beautiful." It gained popularity through Kosovo-Albanian author Adem Jashari naming his son Pej.
Pejman
Unisex Persian name derived from Middle Persian 'pad-ēman', meaning 'in front of us'.
Pejmon
Persian name meaning 'the protector', derived from the Persian word 'pejm' signifying protection or defense.
Pelham
Rare English given name of Old English origin, derived from the village Pelham in East Sussex, England. It means "village with meadows" or "village on a hill.
Pellegrino
Italian male given name derived from the Latin word 'peregrinus', meaning 'foreigner' or 'traveler'. It was popularized by Saint Pellegrino Laziosi, a 13th-century Italian Catholic saint known for his devotion to serving God and the poor.
Pembroke
English name derived from Pembrokeshire in Wales, meaning "head of the land".
Pender
Rare Irish name derived from the surname O'Panraider, brought to Ireland by Norman settlers in the 12th century. Its meaning, possibly "wide-ruler" or "powerful leader", remains uncertain due to its obscure origins. Despite not being common in Ireland today, Pender has been associated with notable figures like Sir Arthur Pender and is found among individuals of Irish ancestry worldwide. It also appears in popular culture, notably in "The Great Gatsby" and "Breaking Bad".
Peng
Chinese given name originating from the character "鹏", meaning "great bird". It symbolizes ambition, freedom, and vast aspirations, often associated with the mythical peng bird. In history, Peng Yue, a minister of the Zhou Dynasty, was known for his wisdom and loyalty. Today, it remains popular among parents due to its powerful connotations, although traditionally considered masculine.
Peni
Hawaiian name meaning 'shark', symbolizing strength and protection.
Penny
English feminine name derived from 'pennie', meaning 'penny' the currency unit. It can also be seen as a shortened form of Penelope.
Penrose
English origin, derived from the Old French words "pen" meaning "cauldron," and "ros" meaning "famous.
Pepe
Popular Spanish given name of Arabic origin meaning "God will increase." It has evolved from being a diminutive of José during medieval times to becoming an independent, widely recognized name across Spain and Latin America.
Pepi
Unique unisex name of Spanish origin, derived from Peire or Pierre meaning "rock" or "stone".
Peppi
Italian name derived from 'peperoncino', meaning 'small chili pepper'.
Peppino
Affectionate Italian male nickname derived from Giuseppe, meaning "he will add," used especially in Southern Italy and Sicily.
Percel
Distinctive French given name derived from the Latin 'percisel', meaning 'to cut', introduced to France by the Romans during their rule.
Percell
Rare Latin-derived name with a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, originally meaning "traveler" or "foreigner".
Percey
Percy, of English origin, signifies 'powerful through' deriving from Germanic elements 'perh' (through) and 'hwald' (power/rule).
Percie
Distinctive male name of Welsh origin, derived from "per" meaning "through" or "piercing", and "cael" meaning "generous". It has been popularized through Arthurian legend as the name of Sir Perceval, one of King Arthur's knights.
Perfecto
Rare but unique Spanish name derived from 'perfecto', meaning perfect in English. Popularized during the Middle Ages, it conveys qualities of perfection and completeness.
Peri
Hebrew origin, meaning "around" or "about", derived from the Hebrew word "perah".
Peris
The Hebrew name Peris, derived from 'peres' meaning 'branch,' signifies descendants of Israel in the Bible.
Perkins
English surname and given name with roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. Originating from the diminutive of Peter, meaning 'rock' or 'stone', Perkins was initially a nickname for someone considered steadfast like a rock, or alternatively, an occupational surname for stonemasons. Today, it's predominantly found in English-speaking countries and has been used as a given name since the early 20th century.
Perl
Hebrew-derived name meaning 'miracle', associated with wisdom and purity through its connection to pearls.
Perla
Italian name meaning "pearl," derived from the Latin word "perla.
Perle
Pearl is a rare and elegant female given name of Latin origin, derived from "perna," meaning "sea snail" or "pearl oyster." It signifies purity, beauty, and rarity.