Female and male names starting with the letter "P" .
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PANY
FeminineUncommon African name, specifically from the Democratic Republic of Congo, which does not have a specific meaning or translation into other languages.
PANYA
FeminineThai-origin name meaning 'intelligent' or 'wise', traditionally given to boys but also suitable for girls.
PANYIA
FemininePanyia, of African origin from the Yoruba culture in Nigeria and Benin, is a unisex name translating to 'mother has returned'. It holds cultural significance.
PANZIE
FeminineItalian name derived from 'pansiero,' meaning 'bread basket,' reflecting Italy's historical appreciation for bread as a staple food.
PANZY
FeminineItalian-derived name meaning 'armor or protection', traditionally given to girls during times of war for its empowering symbolism.
PAO
MasculineRare Chinese given name that can mean "precious jade" or "high mountain," reflecting wealth, beauty, and resilience.
PAOLA
FeminineElegant Italian female name derived from the Latin word "paulus," meaning "small" or "humble." It has been popular in Italy since ancient Roman times and was popularized by Saint Paola Frassinetti during the Middle Ages. The name signifies modesty and humility.
PAOLA
MasculineItalian origin and means 'small' or 'young'.
PAOLINA
FeminineItalian feminine name derived from the Latin "Paulus," meaning "small" or "humble.
PAOLO
MasculinePaolo, of Italian origin, means 'small' or 'humble', reflecting its roots in the Latin name Paulus.
PAPA
MasculineUnique African name with origins tracing back to the Democratic Republic of Congo, where it was traditionally given to boys born on Sunday. In Lingala, one of the languages widely spoken in that region, Papa translates to "Sunday," reflecting its historical significance and deep-rooted cultural meaning. Despite its African roots, Papa has transcended geographical boundaries and is now a universal name found across various cultures and genders worldwide.
PAPE
MasculineWest African origin, means 'papaya' or 'sacrifice' in Wolof culture.
PAPI
MasculineAfrican-derived given name of Congolese origin, meaning 'father' in Lingala, traditionally used as a term of endearment towards older men.
PAQUITA
FeminineRare yet charming Spanish feminine given name derived from 'paquillo', meaning 'little box' or 'small bundle'.
PAR
FemininePersian girl's name meaning 'fairy', with ancient mythological significance.
PARA
FeminineUncommon yet profound Indian name derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'beyond' or 'transcending', and associated with spiritual enlightenment.
PARADICE
FeminineItalian given name derived from 'paradiso', meaning heaven or paradise.
PARADISE
FeminineFeminine given name originating from the Middle English 'paradyse', derived from Old French 'paradis' and ultimately from Persian 'pairidaeza', meaning 'walled park or garden.'
PARADYCE
FeminineUnique Latin-derived female given name, originating from 'paradise', meaning 'heaven' or 'garden of Eden', and carrying connotations of eternal bliss and harmony.
PARADYSE
FeminineRare Greek name derived from 'paradeisos', meaning 'walled garden'.
PARAG
MasculineIndian name from Maharashtra meaning "mountain peak," symbolizing strength and having historical significance in Hindu mythology.
PARALEE
FeminineDistinctive American name of Native American Creek tribe origin, meaning 'fox', symbolizing intelligence and adaptability, now gaining recognition beyond its traditional communities due to its appealing sound and unique spelling.
PARAM
MasculineUnisex Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Parama', meaning 'supreme' or 'ultimate'. It's often used as an epithet for Hindu deities like Shiva and Durga, and was popularized in the 20th century by figures such as Paramahansa Yogananda.
PARAMVEER
MasculineIndian given name with a unique and powerful meaning: 'Ultimate Hero' or 'Supreme Brave', derived from its Sanskrit roots.
PARAS
MasculineUnique Indian name of Rajput origin, derived from Sanskrit "rain" or "waterfall", associated with ancient Hindu Rishis and historical royalty.
PARASKEVAS
MasculineAncient Greek male name meaning "preparation", popular among Greeks born on Fridays and historically carried by notable figures like Saint Parascheva.
PARASKEVE
FeminineRare Greek female given name derived from 'paraskevi', meaning 'preparation'. It honors Saint Paraskeva, a Christian martyr, and was traditionally given to girls born on Fridays, as 'paraskevi' also means Friday in Greek.
PARASKEVI
FeminineTraditional Greek female name meaning "preparation," derived from the Greek word for Friday, and was popularized by Saint Paraskeva, a 13th-century Christian martyr venerated by both Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches.
PARDEEP
MasculineMale given name of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit 'Pardeep', meaning 'deep' or 'far'.
PARDIS
FemininePersian name derived from 'p Ardashir', meaning 'throne of Ardashir', the founder of the Sassanid Empire.
PAREE
FeminineRare yet charming French origin name, derived from 'pareille', meaning 'similar' or 'equal'. Though often associated with Paris, its meaning remains independent.
PAREESA
FemininePersian name meaning 'fairy', reflecting its origin in Persian mythology where fairies are magical creatures embodying purity and wisdom.
PARESH
MasculineIndian name from Gujarat meaning 'beyond comparison', associated with the sage Parashara from Hindu mythology.
PARHAM
MasculinePersian given name for boys, originating from "par" meaning "cave" or "refuge," and "ham" meaning "with" or "together," signifying "in refuge together.
PARI
FeminineUnisex Persian name meaning "fairy" or "angel", derived from the Persian word pari. It has been used traditionally for girls but is now also given to boys.
PARIA
FeminineDistinctive Persian name that originally referred to an outcast but now symbolizes independence and resilience.
PARICIA
FeminineUnique Latin name meaning "to bring forth" or "to give birth," embodying creation and new beginnings.
PARICK
MasculinePatrick is an Irish-origin masculine given name derived from Latin Patricius, meaning "of noble birth.
PARID
MasculineRare, Persian male name meaning "son of Parid," derived from ancient Iranian nobility and the Shahnameh epic.
PARIDHI
FeminineCaptivating female name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'surrounding' or 'encompassing', symbolizing unity and completeness.