By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Latin and Basque
"happy"
Cute as a nickname, slight as a first.
Scandinavian variation of Peter, Greek
"rock, stone"
Pelle is one of several possible Peter-related Scandinavian choices. In Swedish or Norwegian, the name Pelle rhymes roughly with Ella.
Greek and Basque
"stone"
Creative variation on Peter.
Penly is a rare masculine name with a contemporary feel and ambiguous origins. It may have developed as a modern invention combining elements of popular names like Pen (short for Spencer or…
Pepek is a masculine name with Slavic origins, particularly found in Czech and Polish communities. It often functions as a diminutive or nickname for Josef (Joseph) in some Eastern European…
Pepik is a Czech diminutive form of Josef (Joseph), creating an affectionate nickname with distinct cultural roots. In Czech naming traditions, diminutives often function as everyday forms of formal…
German
"awe-inspiring"
Most famous as the name of King Pepin the Short, this choice might feel somewhat belittling. The even-shorter form is Pippin, a name adopted for musical theater, and the Dutch form Pepijn is in that…
Peppy is a masculine name that functions primarily as a nickname but is occasionally used as a given name. It derives from the English word 'pep,' meaning energy, vitality, or high spirits, which…
Perce is a masculine name of English origin, typically considered a shortened form of Percival or Perseus. The name Percival derives from Old French and was popularized through Arthurian legends,…
Perka is an uncommon masculine name with possible roots in several Eastern European languages. In Hungarian, similar names may relate to words meaning 'spark' or 'ember,' suggesting vitality and…
Scottish
"thornbush thicket"
There's a Perth in Scotland and a bigger one in Australia; this name could make a statement similar to Heath.
Hebrew
"spared"
The Hebrew name for Passover, making this the Jewish version of naming your child Christmas or Easter.
Peers is a masculine name with Anglo-Saxon and Old French origins. Historically, it developed as both a surname and given name derived from the Middle English 'pier' or Old French 'pierre,'…
Petey is a masculine name traditionally used as an affectionate diminutive of Peter, which derives from the Greek 'Petros' meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' This nickname-as-given-name carries a boyish…
Petri is a masculine name with Finnish and Scandinavian origins, functioning as the Finnish form of Peter. Derived from the Greek 'Petros' meaning 'rock' or 'stone,' it carries connotations of…
Pharo is a masculine name of ancient Egyptian origin, derived from the title 'Pharaoh,' which referred to the supreme rulers of ancient Egypt. The name carries powerful associations with authority,…
Faroh is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of 'pharaoh,' which referred to the ancient Egyptian rulers. This unique spelling gives the name a modern twist while maintaining its…
Felin is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from Latin roots related to "felinus" meaning "cat-like" or from variants of traditional names like Felix, meaning "happy" or…
Palan is a masculine name with diverse origins, appearing in multiple cultural contexts. In Indian traditions, it may derive from Sanskrit, relating to 'protection' or 'guardianship.' The name also…
English surname
"wine bearer"
Palin, as in, yes, one-time VP candidate Sarah, has emerged as a hot new first name, usually for girls.
