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Pierra is a feminine name that appears to be a variation of Pierre, the French form of Peter, which means 'rock' or 'stone.' By adding the feminine '-a' ending to the traditionally masculine Pierre,…
Pétronille is a feminine French name derived from the Latin name Petronilla, the diminutive form of Petronia, which itself comes from Petrus (Peter), meaning "rock" or "stone." In Christian…
Pierina is a feminine Italian name derived from Piera, the female form of Piero, which comes from the name Peter (meaning 'rock' or 'stone'). The suffix '-ina' adds a diminutive quality, essentially…
French, feminine variation of Philippe
"lover of horses"
Philippine might be taken as an ethnic identification rather than a name in the U.S. Philippa would be more easily understood, though if you don't mind eternally correcting people, Philippine can…
Philomène is a feminine French name derived from Greek origins, meaning 'lover of strength' or 'loved one.' It combines 'philos' (loving) with 'menos' (strength, courage). This elegant name carries a…
Spelling variation of Phyllis, Greek
"green bough"
The Phillis spelling of this once-popular name lives on thanks to Phillis Wheatley, the first African-American to publish a book of poetry, in the 18th century.
Philis is a feminine name that represents a variation of Phyllis, which has Greek origins meaning 'green branch' or 'foliage'. This uncommon spelling gives the classic name a distinctive quality…
French surname
"sparrow"
Possible musical tribute name to the waiflike, husky-voiced midcentury French singer who was given this last name because of her birdlike quality.
French, feminine diminutive of Peter
Balletic, à la pirouette.
Péronelle is a medieval French feminine name that originated as a variant of Petronilla, which itself derives from the Latin name Petronius, meaning 'of rock' or 'rocky.' It was particularly popular…
Perrette is a feminine French name that originated as a diminutive form of Pierre, the French version of Peter, which comes from the Greek "Petros" meaning "rock" or "stone." This charming medieval…
Placidie is a rare feminine name with French and Latin origins. It derives from the Latin name 'Placidius' (masculine form) or 'Placidia' (feminine form), stemming from the Latin word 'placidus'…
French
"apple"
Une amie for Gwyneth's little girl.
Porcie is a rare feminine name likely derived as a variant or diminutive of Portia. Portia originates from the Latin 'Porcius,' a Roman family name possibly meaning 'pig' or 'swineherd,' though its…
Primevère is a delicate feminine name of French origin derived from the flower primrose, known as 'primevère' in French. The word itself comes from Latin 'prima vera,' meaning 'first spring,'…
Priscille is a feminine name of Latin origin, serving as a French variation of Priscilla, which means 'ancient' or 'venerable.' The name carries an air of elegance and refinement, particularly…
French place-name
"province"
One of the most picturesque and enchanting areas of France could become a distinctive baby name. Provence Maydew is a Canadian actress.
Prew is an uncommon feminine name with uncertain etymological origins. It may be a variant spelling of 'Prue,' which is a diminutive of Prudence, meaning 'caution' or 'discretion' from Latin…
Prudenzia is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from 'prudentia' meaning 'wisdom,' 'foresight,' or 'good judgment.' It's a more elaborate form of the name Prudence, which was popular among…
Prudentiane is an exceptionally rare feminine name derived from the Latin word 'prudentia,' meaning 'foresight,' 'wisdom,' or 'prudence.' It appears to be an elaborate variant of Prudence, extended…