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Pelar is an uncommon feminine name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from Latin or Spanish linguistic roots. It might be related to the Spanish 'pelar' meaning 'to peel' or could be a variant…
Variation of Piper, English occupational name
"pipe or flute player"
Mormon supermodel Pyper America Smith Holder brought this spelling into the public eye. Pyper's younger brother is also a model, Lucky Blue Smith.
Placide is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'placidus' meaning 'calm,' 'quiet,' or 'gentle.' The name has historically been used in French-speaking regions, particularly in France and…
Placie is an extremely rare feminine name with unclear origins, possibly derived from the Latin 'placidus' meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful,' or potentially as a variant of Placida. It might also be…
Placi is an uncommon feminine name with potential roots in multiple languages. It may be a shortened form of Placida, which comes from Latin meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful.' In some Spanish and Italian…
Word name
An admirable quality to impart; Pleasant was used by Charles Dickens in Our Mutual Friend and in modern times is known via American Girl dolls creator Pleasant Rowland.
"poetry"
This old-fashioned word for poetry has some antiquated charm but doesn't exactly roll off the tongue.
"literary form with distinctive style, rhythm, and line breaks; as beautiful as a poem"
A lyrical choice with a similar feel to Story and Posy and a similar sound to Penelope. It might refer to either a work of poetry, a collection of poems, or something that is comparable to the beauty…
Pollie is a delightful feminine name typically serving as a diminutive of names like Pauline, Paula, or Polly. It has English origins and derives ultimately from the Latin name 'Paulus,' meaning…
Polley is a feminine name that likely originated as a variant spelling of Polly, which itself began as a diminutive form of Mary (via Molly). The distinctive spelling with an 'e' before the final 'y'…
Pollee is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a creative spelling variant of Polly, which traditionally originated as a diminutive form of Mary. The distinctive double 'e' ending gives this…
Spelling variation of Poppy, flower name
Stylish in the UK, Poppie is a variation of Poppy with the cutesy -ie ending of Maisie, Millie, and Elsie. It ranked in the England and Wales Top 1000 between 2004 and 2022 and a recent year saw it…
Word name Poppy with a contemporary make-over. Poppi was given to 6 girls in England and Wales and 49 babies in the US in a recent year. WWE star Torrie Wilson chose this spelling for her daughter in…
Phonetic variation of Portia or Porsche
Chosen primarily by coveters of the sleek and spiffy German sports car, which is actually spelled Porsche. The Shakespearean version of the name is Portia. The one advantage of the Porsha spelling,…
Latin
"pig"
Portia is a perfect role-model name, relating to Shakespeare's brilliant and spirited lawyer in The Merchant of Venice , and is now also a Hunger Games name . Another Shakespearean Portia was the…
Porscha is a variant spelling of Porsche or Portia. The name Portia has classical roots, derived from the Latin 'Porcius,' meaning 'pig' or 'related to pigs,' though this meaning is rarely emphasized…
Porcha is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Portia, which has classical roots in Roman naming traditions. The original Portia derives from the Latin 'Porcius,' a family name…
English from French occupational name
"doorkeeper or carrier"
Porter is one clubby surname or occupational that was given to around 80 baby girls in the US last year -- and nearly 600 baby boys. Porter has an 80s WASP-y Ralph Lauren feel, buttoned-up and old…
Porschia is a feminine name that originated as a variant spelling of Porsche, which itself draws from the famous German automobile brand. The Porsche company was named after its founder, Ferdinand…
Porschea is a feminine given name that appears to be an elaborated spelling variant of Porsche, which draws inspiration from the luxury car brand. The Porsche automobile was named after its founder,…
