By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Latin
"villager, country-dweller"
While patriot Thomas Paine is a worthy honoree, the mere association with the word 'pain' knocks this name out of bounds.
English
"royal residence"
Royal names are on the rise. Along with names such as King, Prince, and Royal, why not Palace? Why not indeed.
Paladine is a masculine name that draws inspiration from the word 'paladin,' which refers to a heroic champion or knight, particularly the legendary twelve peers of Charlemagne's court. The name…
Pallatine is a rare masculine name with possible origins in Latin, potentially deriving from the Palatine Hill, one of the Seven Hills of Rome and a historically significant location in Roman…
Palldine is an extremely rare masculine name with obscure origins. It may be related to the term 'paladin,' which referred to the twelve peers or champions of Charlemagne's court in medieval…
Palatine is an uncommon masculine name with historical and geographical roots. It derives from the Latin word 'palatinus,' referring to the Palatine Hill, one of Rome's seven hills where imperial…
Parese is a rare masculine name with obscure origins. It may be a variant of Parris or Paris, or possibly derived from Italian roots. Some theories suggest connections to geographical locations like…
Paree is a masculine name that likely emerged as a variation of Paris or as a phonetic spelling of the French capital city. As a given name, it brings to mind sophistication and artistic flair…
Parie is an uncommon masculine name with somewhat obscure origins. It may be related to the French word "Paris" or could be a variant of Persian names. In some contexts, it might be an alternative…
Parrie is a masculine name with unclear origins, possibly serving as a diminutive form of Paris or a variant of Perry. The name may derive from Old English 'pyrige' meaning 'pear tree', or could be…
Parke is a masculine name with English origins, functioning as a variant spelling of Park. Derived from the Old English 'parroc,' meaning 'enclosed space,' it began as a surname for someone who lived…
Parle is a rare masculine name with French origins, derived from the verb 'parler' meaning 'to speak' or 'to talk.' It suggests eloquence and communication skills. The name carries a sophisticated…
Panie is an uncommon masculine name with possible origins in several cultural traditions. In Polish, 'panie' is actually a form of address meaning 'sir' or 'mister,' though its use as a given name is…
Pascale is a masculine name of French origin, though it can also be used as a feminine name in some cultures. It derives from the Latin 'Paschalis,' meaning 'relating to Easter' or 'born at Passover…
Cornish variation of Pascal
"Easter"
Pascoe was popular in medieval times and is definitely deserving of revival, especially for a child born in the Easter season. Other spellings are Pasco and Pascow.
Patrece is a masculine name that appears to be a variant of Patrick or Patrice. The name has Irish and Latin roots, ultimately derived from the Latin 'patricius,' meaning 'nobleman' or 'of noble…
Patrique is a stylized variation of Patrick, giving the classic masculine name a French flair. The traditional Patrick derives from Latin 'patricius' meaning 'nobleman' and has strong Irish…
Variation of Paul, Latin
"small"
Paulie is one short form that never caught on the way Stevie and Danny did, except for the sadistic mama's boy on The Sopranos . Pauley buttons it up and turns it into a surname.
Native American tribal name
Pawnee, the name of a Plains tribe, seems cartoonish as a first name.
English occupational name
"bell ringer"
A child named Peale may have to endure more than a few banana jokes, but the Peales were a distinguished family of artists.
