Pleas

Pleas is an uncommon masculine name with American origins, most likely derived as a short form of Pleasant or possibly as a variant spelling of the Greek name Plies. Historically, it appeared occasionally in the Southern United States, particularly in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The name has a distinctive single-syllable simplicity that makes it memorable. Pleas has become quite rare in contemporary usage, giving it a vintage quality that might appeal to parents seeking truly uncommon names with historical precedent. The name's connection to 'pleasant' gives it positive connotations of amiability and agreeable character.

Pronounced PLEEZ.

As of October 2026, Pleas ranked #8201 for boys in US births in 1988 SSA, peaked at #535 for boys in 1882.