Female and male first names beginning with the letter “P”..
PENNE
FemaleElegant Italian given name derived from the word "penna," meaning "feather." It evokes images of lightness and grace, while being unisex and increasingly popular worldwide despite its rarity.
PENNEE
FemaleDistinctive French given name derived from the peninsula, signifying "from the land jutting into the sea," offering parents an elegant and meaningful choice for their daughter.
PENNELOPE
FemaleGreek name derived from 'penelopê', meaning 'weaver'. It is associated with Penelope, the loyal and intelligent wife of Odysseus in Homer's Odyssey.
PENNEY
FemaleRare English given name derived from the surname Penny, which means 'penny' or someone valuable. It was historically more common for girls but is now considered unisex due to its modern popularity.
PENNI
FemaleWelsh name derived from "Pennar" meaning "headland" or "cape", associated with notable figures like poet Penri Mawr and places such as Penni Village and Beach in Wales.
PENNIE
FemaleRare English female given name derived from Penelope, meaning "weaver," and associated with intelligence and independence.
PENNINGTON
FemaleEnglish surname originating from the Hampshire village of Pennington, given to individuals who resided there or held lands. Its meaning is believed to be 'enclosure' or 'settlement', possibly referring to a family that lived in such a place.
PENNINGTON
MaleUncommon 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
MaleEnglish feminine name derived from 'pennie', meaning 'penny' the currency unit. It can also be seen as a shortened form of Penelope.
PENNY
FemaleEnglish name meaning 'one penny'.
PENNYANN
FemaleRare Scottish girls' name derived from the Gaelic "Pàdainn", meaning "face of an angel".
PENNYE
FemaleRare Welsh female given name derived from "pen" meaning 'head', and the suffix "-y" indicating association. Its earliest records date back to the Middle Ages in Wales, often used as a nickname for leaders or chiefs, or given to the eldest daughter. Today, Pennye remains a distinctive choice reflecting its Welsh heritage.
PENNYLANE
FemaleUncommon American given name, derived from 'Penny' (wealth) and 'Lane' (alleyway), making it memorable yet unique.
PENOLA
FemaleItalian girl's name derived from the Italian word for 'small hill'. It is strongly associated with the historic town of Penola in Tuscany, Italy, founded in the 13th century and renowned for its strategic trade location during the Middle Ages.
PENROSE
FemaleEnglish name derived from "Penrhose," meaning "headland with thorns." It was borne by an influential Cornish family during medieval times and remains relatively uncommon yet distinct today.
PENROSE
MaleEnglish origin, derived from the Old French words "pen" meaning "cauldron," and "ros" meaning "famous.
PENSACOLA
FemaleUnusual American given name derived from the Choctaw word 'Panzacoola', meaning 'place where people live near water'. It gained prominence due to its association with the historic city of Pensacola, Florida.
PEOLA
FemaleUncommon African name derived from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, meaning 'rich' or 'wealthy', symbolizing prosperity.
PEONY
FemaleDistinctive feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the word "paionia," meaning fragrant flower peony, symbolizing wealth, romance, and happiness.
PEPE
MalePopular 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
MaleUnique unisex name of Spanish origin, derived from Peire or Pierre meaning "rock" or "stone".
PEPPER
MaleDistinctive name derived from the Latin 'piper,' meaning 'pepper.' It signifies strength and uniqueness.
PEPPER
FemaleUncommon English given name derived from 'peper', meaning 'peppercorn'.
PEPPI
MaleItalian name derived from 'peperoncino', meaning 'small chili pepper'.
PEPPI
FemaleCharismatic Italian name derived from 'pepe', meaning pepper, often used as a diminutive of Giuseppe (Italian Joseph) or short form of names like Peppino.
PEPPINO
MaleAffectionate Italian male nickname derived from Giuseppe, meaning "he will add," used especially in Southern Italy and Sicily.
PEPSI
FemaleUncommon, American first name of unknown origin and meaning, believed to have emerged in the mid-20th century. Its popularity peaked in 1985 before declining significantly.
PER
MaleNorwegian name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'pear', likely given to honor fruit abundance or harvest time.
PERA
FemaleTurkish name derived from the word 'coin' or 'money', with historic ties to Genoa and now popular among Muslim communities.
PERCEL
MaleDistinctive French given name derived from the Latin 'percisel', meaning 'to cut', introduced to France by the Romans during their rule.
PERCELL
MaleRare Latin-derived name with a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, originally meaning "traveler" or "foreigner".
PERCEUS
MaleDistinctive 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
MaleRare 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
MalePercy, of English origin, signifies 'powerful through' deriving from Germanic elements 'perh' (through) and 'hwald' (power/rule).
PERCIE
MaleDistinctive 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.
PERCIE
FemaleDistinctive English name derived from "Percius," meaning "from Perusia" or "from the city of Perugia." It is a unisex choice often found within family lines, offering rarity and historical significance tied to ancient Etruscan cities in Italy.
PERCILLA
FemaleRare, female given name of Latin origin that means "pierced through.
PERCIOUS
FemaleAfrican name of Akan origin, meaning "beautiful" or "attractive". It emphasizes the inherent charm and appeal of the bearer, reflecting the admiration for physical beauty within Akan culture.
PERCIVAL
MalePercival, 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
FemaleEnglish name derived from either Persius or Perseus, both of which convey the meaning "piercing through strife" or "one who brings peace.