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'P' Names

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By CocoP
Updated Tue May 16 2023
  1. Pacie

    • Description:

      Pacie is a delicate feminine name with possible origins as a diminutive form of names like Patience or Pacifica, or as a variation of Paisley or Paige. Though uncommon in contemporary usage, it has a gentle, vintage quality reminiscent of simpler times. The name may relate to peace (from Latin 'pax' or 'pacis') or patience, suggesting a calm and composed personality. With its soft sounds and approachable brevity, Pacie combines sweetness with subtlety. This rare name might appeal to parents seeking an uncommon vintage-inspired choice with a peaceful connotation. Its simplicity makes it easy to pronounce while still being distinctive enough to stand out among more commonly used short feminine names.

  2. Paden

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "path hill"

    • Description:

      This could be a new variation on the megapopular Braden-Caden-Haden bunch, or a nonmilitaristic form of Patton.
  3. Paiden

    • Description:

      Paiden is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variation of Paden or Peyton. It reflects the contemporary trend of creating feminine versions of traditionally male names or surnames. The original name Paden has English origins meaning 'royal' or 'noble,' while Peyton derives from an English surname meaning 'fighting man's estate.' Paiden gained modest popularity in the United States during the early 2000s when unique spellings and gender-neutral names became fashionable. The name has a contemporary feel with its trendy 'en' ending, similar to popular names like Jayden and Kayden. Despite its relative newness, Paiden presents an appealing combination of strength and modern style while remaining distinctive and uncommon.
  4. Pallas

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "wisdom"

    • Description:

      This rarified Greek name -- in classical mythology Pallas Athena was the goddess of wisdom and the arts -- might appeal to literary-minded parents. Among the raft of stylish girl names that start with P, Pallas is one rare choice that is often overlooked....but shouldn't be.
  5. Pallie

    • Description:

      Pallie is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It likely developed as a diminutive form of names containing the element 'pal,' such as Pallavi or Paloma, or possibly as a nickname for Patricia or Pauline. In Southern American tradition, it has occasionally been used as an independent given name. The name has a gentle, friendly quality, perhaps influenced by its phonetic similarity to 'pal,' suggesting companionship. Pallie peaked in usage in the United States in the early 1900s but has become quite rare in recent decades. Its vintage charm and soft sound may appeal to parents looking for uncommon names with a sweet, nostalgic quality.
  6. Paloma

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "dove"

    • Description:

      Paloma is vibrant and ruby-lipped a la jewelry designer Paloma Picasso, but it also suggests peace, as symbolized by the dove. Paloma is a highly recommended striking but soft name, one of the best of the names that mean peace and girls' names starting with P.
  7. Pandora

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "all gifted"

    • Description:

      Pandora has occasionally been used by the British gentry (for girls with brothers who might be called Peregrine) and is now starting to be heard in the US too: It was given to 34 baby girls last year.
  8. Pasha

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Pavel or Praskovya, Russian

    • Meaning:

      "small, humble; preparation"

    • Description:

      Sweet and soft but outdoorsy too, Pasha could make an interesting alternative to Sasha. Typically used as a diminutive for Russian male names like Pavel, it has also been used for the feminine name Praskovya.
  9. Paterson

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "son of Peter"

    • Description:

      Paterson is a surname-name to continue a line of Peters and also the name of a city in New Jersey, hometown of poets William Carlos Williams and Allen Ginsberg.
  10. Patie

    • Description:

      Patie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Patricia, which derives from the Latin "patrician," meaning "noble" or "of aristocratic birth." This charming variation has Scottish and Irish connections, where diminutive forms with the -ie ending are traditional ways to create affectionate nicknames. Patie has a warm, friendly quality that balances familiarity with uniqueness, as it's much less common than Patty or Patti. The name carries a vintage appeal that may feel both nostalgic and fresh in contemporary use. While rarely used as a formal given name, Patie offers a distinctive alternative for parents who appreciate its gentle sound and connection to the more traditional Patricia, while desiring something less common for their daughter.

  11. Patience

    • Origin:

      Latin virtue name

    • Meaning:

      "ability to accept or tolerate inconveniences, and suffering without anxiety or anger"

    • Description:

      Patience is a passive virtue turned engaging name, fresher than Hope, Faith, or even Charity. Its resemblance to the trendy Payton may be one reason that it returned to the US charts back in the 90's and 2000s, having been absent for a century.
  12. Patricia

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "noble, patrician"

    • Description:

      Patricia still sounds patrician, though its scores of nicknames definitely don't. Wildly popular from the forties (alternately Number 3 and 4 throughout the decade) to the sixties, Patricia has been fading ever since. But a comeback in its full form is definitely conceivable—just look at Penelope.
  13. Patrick

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "noble, patrician"

    • Description:

      Patrick, long tied to a hyper-Irish image, is enjoying something of a renaissance as a stylish classic, as it has long been considered in England. Along with such choices as Charles and George, Patrick has escaped overuse in recent decades.
  14. Paxten

    • Description:

      Paxten is a contemporary feminine name with a modern, gender-neutral quality. It appears to be a variation of Paxton, which originated as an English surname meaning 'peace town' or 'Pæcc's settlement.' The alteration of the spelling with an 'e' instead of 'o' gives it a softer, potentially more feminine feel. This name exemplifies the growing trend of surname-inspired first names and gender-neutral choices. While still uncommon for girls, Paxten has gained modest recognition in the 21st century. The name carries connotations of peace through its etymological roots while maintaining a strong, current sound. Its 'x' sound provides a distinctive modern edge. Paxten offers parents a trendy alternative to more common peace-themed names like Paz or Shalom while maintaining a contemporary American aesthetic.
  15. Penelope

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "weaver"

    • Description:

      Penelope is an unlikely 21st century baby name success story. Off the Top 1000 for 25 years, Penelope jumped back on in 2001 and has been heading uphill ever since, propelled by the trend for mythological names, Spanish actress Penelope Cruz, and some high-profile celebrity babies.
  16. Pennley

    • Description:

      Pennley is a modern masculine name with English surname origins, likely derived from a combination of 'Penn' (meaning 'enclosure' or possibly referring to a hill) and the common suffix 'ley' (meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'). This toponymic name carries a distinguished, preppy quality reminiscent of traditional Anglo-Saxon surnames that have transitioned to first name usage. Pennley remains quite rare as a given name, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive option with a refined sound. Its crisp consonants and familiar suffix create a name that feels both innovative and grounded in naming traditions. The name evokes images of rolling English countryside and carries a subtle sophistication that works well in contemporary contexts while avoiding trendiness.
  17. Perry

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "pear tree"

    • Description:

      Perry fits right in with rising boyish nicknames for girls and cool picks like Frankie and Scottie. This relaxed name sounds novel compared to such former favorites as Kerry and Sherry.
  18. Persephone

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "bringer of destruction"

    • Description:

      Persephone is the esoteric name of the Greek mythological daughter of Zeus by Demeter, the queen of the harvest. After she was kidnapped by Hades to be Queen of the Underworld, it was decreed by Zeus that she would spend six months of the year with her mother, allowing crops to grow, and six in mourning, thus accounting for the seasons.
  19. Peyton

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "fighting-man's estate"

    • Description:

      Peyton is a unisex surname that rose to fame in the 90s, with parents drawing inspiration from football star, Peyton Manning, and, oddly enough, from "Peyton Flanders", the villainess of the 1992 film, The Hand That Rocks The Cradle. Combining gentle sounds with contemporary style and the naughtiness of Peyton Place, the name remains a popular choice in the US today.
  20. Poe

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "peacock"

    • Description:

      Hip new middle-name choice, conjuring up the gothic tales of Edgar Allan, and current single-named pop singer Poe.