Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "P" - page 38.

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1869 names found

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1481.

Pita

Unique Greek feminine name meaning 'wheat', dating back to ancient times when it was used as an invocation to Demeter, goddess of harvest.

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1482.

Pittman

English surname of medieval occupational origin, derived from 'pyttemonger', meaning petty merchant or shopkeeper.

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1483.

Pixley

Rare English given name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Old French word 'pix' meaning 'magpie', or connected to Pixley in Somerset, England. First used as a given name in the late 19th century, it gained popularity mid-20th century among parents seeking distinctive names. Despite its unclear meaning, which may refer to 'magpie' or have no specific significance, Pixley's uniqueness and rarity make it an intriguing choice for parents today.

P
1484.

Piya

Indian Hindi name meaning 'beloved' or 'sweetheart', derived from the Sanskrit word 'piyush'.

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1485.

Piyush

Indian male given name derived from Sanskrit 'piyush', meaning 'nectar'.

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1486.

Pj

Latin-origin name meaning "before Jesus" and was used to date documents before Christ's birth.

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1487.

Placida

Latin-origin feminine given name meaning "the peaceful one.

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1488.

Placide

Distinctive Latin-origin given name meaning 'peaceful' or 'tranquil', popular among French nobility with notable bearers like poet Placide Cappeau de Roquemaure.

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1489.

Placido

Italian name derived from the Latin word "placidus," meaning calm or peaceful. It has been used in Italy for centuries and was often given to individuals believed to embody tranquility during the Middle Ages. Notable figures like Placido De Tarsis, a 16th-century scholar and poet, and Placido Domingo, a renowned opera singer, have carried this name throughout history. Despite its uniqueness, Placido remains an appealing choice for parents seeking a meaningful name with calming connotations.

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1490.

Plas

Rare Welsh given name derived from 'plas', meaning 'marsh' or 'bog'. It has historic ties to Welsh estates like Plas Mawr, and while it lacks specific symbolism beyond its geographical reference, it signifies Welsh heritage.

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1491.

Plassie

Rare Scottish female given name derived from the Gaelic word "plasaid," meaning "graceful.

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1492.

Platinum

Unique and elegant given name of recent origin, derived from the Spanish word "platina," meaning "little silver." It reflects the precious metal's rarity, resistance to tarnish, and durable nature. Popularized by American hip-hop artist Platinum Weiss in the late 1990s, this distinctive name has gained recognition as a modern choice for baby girls.

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1493.

Plato

Greek masculine given name derived from 'platys', meaning 'wide' or 'broad'. It's associated with the famous ancient Greek philosopher, who lived around 428-347 BC.

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1494.

Platt

English given name derived from the Middle English word 'plat', meaning 'flat'. It was historically used as a nickname for individuals with a flat nose or association with flat locations.

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1495.

Playford

English name of Old English origin, derived from "plega" meaning 'game' or 'sport', and "ford", referring to a shallow river crossing. It originally denoted someone living near a ford known for games or sports. Today, it's used for both boys and girls as a distinctive given name, though still rare.

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1496.

Pleas

English origin, meaning 'to please', and dates back to the 13th century.

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1497.

Pleasant

Uncommon English given name derived from 'plesant', meaning 'agreeable' or 'pleasing'. Once popular in Victorian England and among American Puritans, it now serves as a distinctive middle or surname choice.

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1498.

Pleasant

The name Pleasant is an English given name with medieval origins, derived from the Old French word 'plaisant', meaning agreeable or pleasing.

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1499.

Pleasure

African-origin given name derived from the English word "pleasure," meaning happiness or satisfaction. It originated in the United States during the early 20th century as part of a trend using descriptive, positive names like Joy and Bliss. Despite its rarity, Pleasure carries a striking and positive connotation, often chosen by parents hoping for their child's happiness and fulfillment.

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1500.

Pledger

English given name originating from the Middle English word 'pledger', meaning someone who makes a pledge or oath, symbolizing loyalty and commitment.

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1501.

Ples

The rare name Ples has unknown origins, with no known etymology or historical significance in any language or culture.

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1502.

Pleshette

Rare French given name derived from the occupational surname "Pleshet," possibly meaning 'maker or seller of fleeces.'

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1503.

Plez

Recently created unisex given name of unknown origin, popular among males despite lacking historical significance or known etymology.

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1504.

Pleze

Uncommon French given name derived from the Occitan word 'plaza', meaning 'square' or 'place'.

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1505.

Plina

Latin-derived given name meaning 'full' or 'complete', associated with Roman historian Suetonius's wife.

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1506.

Plinio

Italian name of Latin origin meaning "flock" or "fleet," associated with community and unity, and renowned for its famous bearer, Pliny the Elder, a Roman author and naturalist known for his encyclopedic work "Naturalis Historia.

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1507.

Pliny

Rare, distinguished Latin given name derived from "plinius," meaning "frequent" or "full." It is associated with the renowned Roman philosopher Pliny the Elder.

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1508.

Plum

English origin, meaning 'plum', derived from the Middle English word 'plume'.

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1509.

Pluma

Spanish name meaning 'feather', originating from Roman mythology where Pluma was the goddess of flight and feathers. It signifies creativity and freedom in Spanish culture.

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1510.

Plumer

The name Plumer originates from Old French 'plumier', meaning 'plumber', reflecting its historical association with skilled craftsmen and artisans.

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1511.

Plumer

Distinctive given name of Welsh origin, derived from the Welsh word 'plwm' meaning lead or the personal name Pleu meaning loud/noisy. It carries historical significance with notable figures and appearances in Welsh folklore.

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1512.

Plumeria

Beautiful Hawaiian name derived from the fragrant plumeria flower, native to Central America and revered in Hawaiian mythology for its spiritual significance.

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1513.

Plumie

Rare female given name of unknown origin, with no widely accepted theory about its etymology or meaning.

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1514.

Plummer

Rare English first name derived from the Middle English word 'plumbe', meaning 'to lead' or 'pipe'.

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1515.

Plummie

Uncommon English name derived from the Old English word "plume," meaning "feather." It is associated with qualities like lightness, gracefulness, beauty, freedom, and independence.

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1516.

Plutarco

Distinctive name of Greek origin, meaning "power" or "lord," derived from the god Pluto.

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1517.

Pluto

Pluto, of Latin origin, means 'wealth' and is associated with the Roman god of the underworld.

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1518.

Po

Chinese origin, means 'universal' and signifies positivity, influence, and abundance.

P
1519.

Pocahontas

Powhatan Native American name meaning 'little potato' or 'little gift,' popularized by the historical figure Matoaka, who earned this nickname after saving a man's life.

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1520.

Poem

Rare, Welsh-origin name meaning 'poem', derived from the Welsh word 'pumed' ('five'), though not directly related to the number five.