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PEGGY
MasculinePlayful English feminine name derived from Margaret, which means "pearl" in Latin.
PEIGHTON
MasculineModern English name derived from Peyton, itself a diminutive of Peter meaning "rock" or "stone".
PEIRCE
MasculinePierce is an English surname and given name of Norman origin, derived from the medieval French word "perce," meaning "to pierce or permeate." It was originally a nickname for someone with a pointed nose, but has evolved to be used as a given name since the Middle Ages, with notable figures like actor Pierce Brosnan.
PEIRRE
MasculinePierre is a French masculine given name derived from the Greek 'Petros,' meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' It was bestowed upon Simon by Jesus, becoming one of the most common and historically significant names in France.
PEJA
MasculineAlbanian origin name derived from "Pej," meaning "beautiful." It gained popularity through Kosovo-Albanian author Adem Jashari naming his son Pej.
PEJMAN
MasculineUnisex Persian name derived from Middle Persian 'pad-ēman', meaning 'in front of us'.
PEJMON
MasculinePersian name meaning 'the protector', derived from the Persian word 'pejm' signifying protection or defense.
PELE
MasculineHawaiian name originating from ancient mythology, signifying the goddess of volcanoes, fire, wind, and lightning, known for her power, passion, and unpredictability.
PELEG
MasculineThe masculine given name Peleg is of Hebrew origin, first appearing in the Old Testament as one of Eber's sons. Its meaning, derived from 'palgah,' signifies division or splitting, reflecting Peleg's role in leading his people to a new home after the Great Flood.
PELHAM
MasculineRare English given name of Old English origin, derived from the village Pelham in East Sussex, England. It means "village with meadows" or "village on a hill.
PELLEGRINO
MasculineItalian male given name derived from the Latin word 'peregrinus', meaning 'foreigner' or 'traveler'. It was popularized by Saint Pellegrino Laziosi, a 13th-century Italian Catholic saint known for his devotion to serving God and the poor.
PEMA
MasculineTibetan female name meaning 'lotus' or 'lily', symbols of purity and enlightenment.
PEMBROKE
MasculineEnglish name derived from Pembrokeshire in Wales, meaning "head of the land".
PENDER
MasculineRare Irish name derived from the surname O'Panraider, brought to Ireland by Norman settlers in the 12th century. Its meaning, possibly "wide-ruler" or "powerful leader", remains uncertain due to its obscure origins. Despite not being common in Ireland today, Pender has been associated with notable figures like Sir Arthur Pender and is found among individuals of Irish ancestry worldwide. It also appears in popular culture, notably in "The Great Gatsby" and "Breaking Bad".
PENDLETON
MasculineDistinctive given name of English origin, derived from the surname Pendleton which means "of/from the large tub" or "the village/town named Pendleton".
PENELOPE
MasculineGreek name meaning 'weaver', famously portrayed in Homer's Odyssey as Odysseus' loyal wife.
PENG
MasculineChinese given name originating from the character "鹏", meaning "great bird". It symbolizes ambition, freedom, and vast aspirations, often associated with the mythical peng bird. In history, Peng Yue, a minister of the Zhou Dynasty, was known for his wisdom and loyalty. Today, it remains popular among parents due to its powerful connotations, although traditionally considered masculine.
PENI
MasculineHawaiian name meaning 'shark', symbolizing strength and protection.
PENIEL
MasculineRare yet powerful Hebrew name translating to 'face of God,' derived from the biblical story of Jacob's wrestling match with an angel, symbolizing perseverance and divine encounter.
PENISIMANI
MasculineDistinctive Yoruba name meaning "He who creates the best.
PENN
MasculineRare yet intriguing name of Welsh origin, derived from "pen" meaning "head", and signifying leadership or being at the forefront.
PENNINGTON
MasculineUncommon English surname and given name of unknown origin, potentially derived from Old English elements 'ping' meaning 'think', or from the Anglo-Saxon personal name 'Penda' meaning 'bold'. It may also be a habitational name stemming from various places called Pennington in England.
PENNY
MasculineEnglish feminine name derived from 'pennie', meaning 'penny' the currency unit. It can also be seen as a shortened form of Penelope.
PENROSE
MasculineEnglish origin, derived from the Old French words "pen" meaning "cauldron," and "ros" meaning "famous.
PEPE
MasculinePopular Spanish given name of Arabic origin meaning "God will increase." It has evolved from being a diminutive of José during medieval times to becoming an independent, widely recognized name across Spain and Latin America.
PEPI
MasculineUnique unisex name of Spanish origin, derived from Peire or Pierre meaning "rock" or "stone".
PEPPER
MasculineDistinctive name derived from the Latin 'piper,' meaning 'pepper.' It signifies strength and uniqueness.
PEPPI
MasculineItalian name derived from 'peperoncino', meaning 'small chili pepper'.
PEPPINO
MasculineAffectionate Italian male nickname derived from Giuseppe, meaning "he will add," used especially in Southern Italy and Sicily.
PER
MasculineNorwegian name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'pear', likely given to honor fruit abundance or harvest time.
PERCEL
MasculineDistinctive French given name derived from the Latin 'percisel', meaning 'to cut', introduced to France by the Romans during their rule.
PERCELL
MasculineRare Latin-derived name with a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, originally meaning "traveler" or "foreigner".
PERCEUS
MasculineDistinctive Roman name of Latin origin, derived from the family name Aemilius, meaning 'rival' or 'striver'. It has been in use since ancient times, with notable figures like Marcus Aemilius Lepidus and Aemilius Paullus bearing this name throughout history. Today, Perceus is chosen for its classic elegance and rich historical significance.
PERCEVAL
MasculineRare French name with a rich history, meaning "pierce valley," famous for its association with the medieval hero of the Holy Grail legend and notable historical figures like Saint Perceval and Count Perceval of Flanders.
PERCEY
MasculinePercy, of English origin, signifies 'powerful through' deriving from Germanic elements 'perh' (through) and 'hwald' (power/rule).
PERCIE
MasculineDistinctive male name of Welsh origin, derived from "per" meaning "through" or "piercing", and "cael" meaning "generous". It has been popularized through Arthurian legend as the name of Sir Perceval, one of King Arthur's knights.
PERCIVAL
MasculinePercival, of Germanic origin, signifies "piercing valiance." It first appeared in Arthurian literature as one of the Knights of the Round Table, symbolizing chivalry and bravery.
PERCY
MasculineEnglish name derived from Percival, meaning "pierce valley," popularized in the Middle Ages through Sir Thomas Malory's Arthurian romance and later associated with the influential Duke of Northumberland family line during the Victorian era.
PEREGRIN
MasculineLatin-origin name derived from 'peregrinus', meaning 'foreign' or 'stranger'.
PEREGRINE
MasculineRare Latin-origin given name meaning 'foreign' or 'pilgrim', historically associated with travel, exploration, and adventurous spirits.