By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Greek
"far-famed"
Ancient Athenian statesman whose name was once used in the US mostly for enslaved people, following a trend for names of ancient figures.
Spanish
"stone"
Cooler and rarer than Pedro, but also has a slightly industrial sound.
Perequin is an uncommon masculine name that may have origins in medieval Spanish or French naming traditions. It possibly developed as a diminutive or variant form of names like Pere (the Catalan…
Perkyii is an extremely unusual masculine name with no clear historical or linguistic tradition. The name appears to be a highly innovative creation, possibly inspired by the English word 'perky,'…
English
"son of Peter"
To honor an ancestral Peter.
Petersen is a masculine name that originated as a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Peter.' With Scandinavian and German roots, it was traditionally passed down through families rather than used as…
Peteris is the Latvian variation of the name Peter, which derives from the Greek word 'petros' meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' Common in Latvia and other Baltic countries, Peteris carries the strong,…
Shona
"where we are"
Unknown in this country, it has some worldly appeal.
French
"piper"
Peverell is the surname of a Harry Potter family.
Peverall is an unusual masculine name with medieval English origins. It likely began as a surname derived from Norman place names before occasionally transitioning to use as a first name. The name…
Peverel is a masculine name with medieval English origins, derived from an ancient Norman surname. The name first appeared after the Norman Conquest when William Peverel, believed to be an…
Peveril is a rare masculine name with Norman origins, derived from an old French surname. It gained literary recognition through Sir Walter Scott's 1823 novel 'Peveril of the Peak,' which references…
"loving mankind"
A Greek name with a charming meaning and mythological ties, Philander has long been too close to "philanderer" for English speakers to consider.
"kiss"
Rarely heard New Testament name -- he was a friend of Saint Paul -- that might conceivably stand up to modern usage.
Fülöp is the Hungarian form of Philip, a masculine name with ancient Greek origins meaning 'lover of horses.' This distinctive variation maintains the name's classical roots while showcasing…
Phillippee is a masculine name that appears to be a creative variation of the classic name Philip or Philippe. The traditional name Philip derives from Greek elements meaning "lover of horses." This…
Variation of Phineas
"oracle"
Phinnaeus is the antique spelling of the antique name single-handedly revived by Julia Roberts. Finn is the nickname she uses that you might find appealing too.
Phinehas is a masculine name of Hebrew origin from the Bible, where Phinehas was the grandson of Aaron and known for his zealous defense of God's covenant. The name may derive from the Egyptian term…
Philipson represents a patronymic surname that has occasionally transitioned to first-name usage. Meaning 'son of Philip,' it carries the heritage of the Greek name Philippos, combining 'philein' (to…
Caddaric is an extremely rare masculine name that appears to have Old Germanic influences, possibly representing a creative variation of names like Cedric or Kendrick. The name carries a strong,…
