Female and male names starting with the letter "P" .
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PUI
FeminineUnique Chinese name derived from the prestigious surname "蒲", known for loyalty and bravery since the Shang Dynasty. Its character symbolizes growth and abundance.
PUJA
FeminineSanskrit-derived feminine name meaning 'worship' or 'ritual', reflecting the reverence central to Hindu traditions.
PUJAN
MasculineIndian origin name derived from Sanskrit 'pujan', meaning 'worship'. It signifies reverence and respect, reflecting Hindu rituals and cultural heritage.
PUNAM
FeminineIndian feminine name derived from 'Purnima', meaning 'full moon', and celebrating Hindu goddess Lakshmi.
PUNEET
FeminineIndian name derived from Sanskrit "punya," meaning virtue or merit, and is often given to embody these qualities.
PUNEET
MasculineIndian name derived from the Sanskrit word "Punit," meaning pure or clean, often given to boys for good fortune and purity. It has been historically used by notable figures like actor Puneet Rajkumar and remains popular today.
PUNIT
MasculineIndian name derived from Sanskrit "Punita," meaning "pure" or "holy." It's often used for both boys and girls and has historical significance, associated with Hindu goddess Parvati and regal titles like Punitraj. Today, it remains popular among Indian families worldwide.
PURA
FeminineUnique Spanish name derived from "puro," meaning pure or clean, often associated with purity, innocence, and virtue.
PURAB
MasculineIndian name of Hindi origin meaning "East", associated with Lord Indra's mythological journey, and believed to bring good fortune.
PURAV
MasculineIndian name of Hindu origin from Gujarat, meaning "east" or "sunrise", symbolizing new beginnings.
PURCELL
MasculineUnique Irish given name derived from the surname Ó Puirséil, meaning "free" or "not controlled by any lord," potentially also referring to someone living near a fort. It has a rich history and cultural significance, notably through famous musician Henry Purcell.
PURDY
MasculineAmerican given name of Scottish origin, derived from the English surname Purdie or Pordie, which referred to a brewer or maltster. Its meaning is uncertain but may be linked to Middle English "purde" (brewing) or Old French "pourde" ("bold" or "brave").
PURE
MasculineHebrew origin and means "song", derived from the word "tehillah" meaning "praise".
PURE
FemininePure: A Latin-origin name meaning 'pure' or 'faultless', popular in medieval Europe for its virtuous connotations.
PURITY
FeminineRare English female given name derived from Latin 'purus', meaning 'pure' or 'innocent'.
PURL
MasculineRare given name with unknown origins, no historical background or linguistic derivation. Its meaning remains undefined, making it a unique choice for parents seeking uncommon names.
PURLIE
FeminineDistinctively American name coined by playwright Ossie Davis for his 1961 play "Purlie Victorious," where it signified strength, wisdom, and charisma through the character of Purlie.
PURNELL
MasculineUncommon English given name derived from the surname Purcell, originally an occupational name for fullers who processed wool. First recorded in 13th-century England, it carries historical rarity and distinctiveness.
PURNELL
FeminineUnusual English given name derived from 'burna' (stream) and '-helm' (protection), translating to 'defender by the stream'.
PURNIMA
FeminineSanskrit name derived from 'purnima', meaning 'full moon'.
PURPOSE
FeminineUnusual yet powerful given name derived from the English word 'purpose', meaning 'reason for existence'. It's been gaining popularity as it embodies intentionality, making it a unique and meaningful choice often reflecting parents' aspirations.
PURPOSE
MasculineEnglish origin, signifying an individual who embodies intention, goal orientation, and determination.
PURVA
FeminineIndian unisex name derived from Sanskrit, meaning "east". It's associated with one of the seven sages in Hindu mythology and has been popular among Indians for centuries, carrying a strong and meaningful significance.
PURVI
FeminineIndian name of Gujarati origin, meaning "east" and often given to girls.
PURVIS
MasculineUncommon English given name derived from Old French 'pourvoyeur', meaning 'provider' or 'supporter'. It's also linked to Middle English surname Purves, referencing 'Purvey's settlement'.
PUSHTI
FeminineIndian name of Rajasthani origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "Pushta," meaning "flourishing" or "prosperous.
PYPER
FeminineModern American given name derived from Scottish surname Piper, meaning 'piper' or 'bagpipe player.'
PYPPER
FeminineRecently invented name of unknown origin, first used in the late 20th or early 21st century.
PYRRHA
FeminineRare female name of Greek origin meaning 'red' or 'flame-haired', notable for its role in the mythological story of Deucalion and Pyrrha, as well as being one of the Niobids in Greek mythology.