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Persis

Parents seeking a distinctive New Testament name might consider this one. Adopted by some Puritans in the seventeenth century, Persis was used in the William Dean Howells novel The Rise …

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Persimmon

We've adopted Plum, Cherry, and even Apple as baby names, so why not Persimmon? It lends itself to the charming nicknames Percy or Persy. The word "persimmon" is American …

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Persia

The name Persia derives from Avestan Parsa, the name of the Indo-European nomadic people who migrated into southern Iran in about 1000 BCE. Perseus feels more namelike.

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Pershing

Pershing is a masculine name with American historical roots, deriving from General John J. Pershing, the commander of American Expeditionary Forces during World War I. The surname-turned-first-name …

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Perseus

… accessible and intuitive nickname to go with it. Likely derived from the same root as Persephone, Perseus means "to destroy": a violent meaning perhaps, but reflective of the figure in …

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Perses

In Greek mythology, Perses was a Titan and the father of Hecate, goddess of magic and the Underworld. His name derives from Ancient Greek pertho ("to destroy").

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Persephonie

Persephonie is a feminine name representing an alternative spelling of Persephone, derived from Greek mythology. The original Persephone was the daughter of Zeus and Demeter who became the queen of …

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Persephonia

Persephonia is an elaborate feminine name that draws inspiration from the Greek mythological figure Persephone, the goddess of spring and queen of the underworld. This ornate variation adds a romantic …

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Persephone

… others indicate that's it's associated with shades of dark blue or with speaking. Persephone was called Kore in childhood while in Roman mythology, she is Proserpina. Persephone is …

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Persephassa

Persephassa is a feminine name with ancient Greek origins, representing an alternative or earlier form of Persephone, the goddess of spring growth and queen of the underworld in Greek mythology …

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Perseis

An alternative name for the goddess Hecate, as well as the name of a water-nymph in Greek mythology.

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Persefoni

… Albania too — Persefoni is the modern Greek transcription of the mythological goddess's name. Borne by Queen of the Underworld and the Goddess of spring, Persefoni makes an elegant choice.

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Persea

Italian feminine form of Perseus

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Perscilla

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Perrye

Perrye is an uncommon masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Perry. The name Perry originated as an English surname derived from either the Old English 'pirige' meaning 'pear …

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Perry

… nearly equal number to boys and girls. In 2023, there were 122 baby girls named Perry in the US. If you add in Perri, Peri, and Perrie - it's more …

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Perrish

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Perris

A breezy, unique name — between Paris and Ferris — worn by Nevada-born BMX cyclist Perris Benegas. Perris is from the same root as Peter so could make an honor name …

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Perrion

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Perrine

Five girls were given the name Perrine last year. Other feminine Perry or Peter alternatives are Perrin, Perry, or even Petra.

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Perrin

… Twenty-six baby boys were named Perrin in the US last year, along with six baby girls. Other variations of Perry or Peter in occasional use include Perine and Perrine.

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Perril

Perril is an unusual feminine name with unclear etymology, possibly a variant of Pearl or a surname adapted for feminine use. It may have connections to the Latin 'periculum' meaning …

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Perrier

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Perrie

Perrie, a soft and playful twist on Perry, gained attention through Perrie Edwards, singer of the British girl group Little Mix. With its sleek -ie ending, Perrie fits right in …

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Perri

… along with favorites like Leni and Charlie. In 2023, there were 45 baby girls named Perri in the US. If you add in Perrie, Peri, and Perry - it's more …

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Perrey

… feminine touch to the traditionally masculine or unisex Perry. While statistical data shows limited usage, Perrey gained some recognition through American actress and musician Perrey Reeves. The name offers a …

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Perre

Dutch road cyclist Steven Kruijswijk introduced the world to this name when he chose it for his son born in 2016. It is related to the name Perry, which also …

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Perpétue

Perpétue is a feminine French name derived from the Latin 'perpetua,' meaning 'continuous' or 'everlasting.' The name carries significant historical weight through its connection to Saint Perpetua, a Christian martyr …

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Perpetua

A 3rd century saint's name sometimes used in Catholic communities, and in Western European countries like Portugal and Italy.

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Perouze

Interesting on paper, though most people would confuse it with the word peruse.

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Peron

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Perola

The lovely Portuguese word for "pearl" (Pérola) was seldom used as a first name even in Brazil and Portugal until it was the name of a character on a popular …

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Pero

Pero is a masculine name with roots in several European cultures, particularly common in Mediterranean regions. In Spanish and Italian contexts, it often serves as a variant of Pedro or …

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Pernille

… in Nordic countries ever since. The name has a light, melodic quality when pronounced correctly (per-NEEL-eh) that contrasts with its strong etymological meaning. While uncommon outside Scandinavia, Pernille …