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Percilla

Female

« Percilla is a rare, female given name of Latin origin that means "pierced through. »

#10677 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name Percilla is of Latin origin and means "pierced through." It was derived from the Latin word "percisus," which meant pierced or struck through. The name Percilla was likely used as a female form of the male name Percival, which also had Latin origins and meant pierced through. In medieval times, Percilla was often associated with the legend of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table. According to the legend, Percival was one of the knights who sought the Holy Grail, a sacred chalice said to have been used by Jesus at the Last Supper. In some versions of the story, Percilla was Percival's sister or sweetheart. Despite its historical significance, Percilla is not a widely recognized name today. It is considered an uncommon and somewhat unusual female given name. However, it may still be used in some cultures or families with a strong connection to Latin heritage or medieval history.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Percilla since 1880

Total births
566
Total since 1880
Peak year
1949
22 births
in 2011
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years