Female and male first names beginning with the letter “P”..

PERSCILLA

Female

Rare, Latin-derived female given name that means "pious" or "devout," making it an elegant and distinctive choice.

PERSEIS

Female

Rare, Greek-origin girl's name, derived from 'Persais' meaning 'to destroy', inspired by Perseus, the legendary hero from Greek mythology.

PERSELL

Male

Distinctive English name of Scottish Gaelic origin, meaning "son of Peter," derived from the surname Mac Pherson, associated with Clan MacPherson known for bravery and strength.

PERSEPHANIE

Female

Distinctive and captivating name derived from the Greek goddess Persephone, symbolizing beauty, grace, and elegance.

PERSEPHANY

Female

Rare, enigmatic feminine name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Persephone or a blend of other names, with no widely accepted meaning.

PERSEPHONE

Female

Unique girl's name of Greek origin, derived from the goddess Persephone who was abducted by Hades to become his wife, and whose annual journey between Earth and the underworld explained the cycle of seasons. The name has several meanings in Greek, including "she who destroys" or "bringer of destruction," reflecting her role as the wife of Hades and her influence on the changing of seasons. Today, Persephone remains a popular choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their daughter.

PERSEPHONI

Female

Unique Greek name derived from the mythical goddess Persephone, meaning 'destroying men', reflecting her role as queen of the underworld.

PERSEPHONIE

Female

Persephone is a rare yet captivating Greek name derived from the mythological figure who was both destroyed and brought ruin upon her abductors, spending half of each year with Hades in the underworld and the other half with Demeter on Earth.

PERSEPHONY

Female

Rare yet captivating Greek-derived name, inspired by the mythical figure Persephone, daughter of Demeter and wife of Hades, symbolizing resilience in adversity.

PERSEUS

Male

Greek name derived from 'Perses,' meaning 'from Perseus.' It's associated with the heroic figure who beheaded Medusa.

PERSEUS

Female

Greek-derived name meaning "to pierce through" or "destroy," reflecting the heroic nature of its mythological figure namesake, known as Persée in French.

PERSEY

Male

Persephone is a distinctive female name derived from Greek mythology's goddess Persephone, known for her role in the cycle of life and death, and fertility.

PERSHING

Male

American name of uncertain origin, popularized by World War I general John J. Pershing, whose legacy continues to be celebrated today.

PERSIA

Female

Distinctive name of Persian origin, meaning "from Persia" or "of Persian origin", reflecting the grandeur of the Persian Empire and its significant cultural influence.

PERSIS

Female

Persian name meaning "to persevere" or "to endure", derived from Middle Persian Pērōz.

PERSONNA

Female

Personna is of Latin origin, meaning 'mask' or 'persona'. It derives from the Latin word 'persona', initially referring to the masks worn by actors in ancient Roman theater and later denoting a person's public image or reputation.

PERTINA

Female

Uncommon Latin-derived given name, signifying 'to belong to' or 'to relate to'.

PERTRINA

Female

Latin-derived female name meaning 'persevering' or 'steadfast', inspired by Saint Pertinax.

PERU

Female

Uncommon male given name originating from the Quechuan words 'piru' and 'wa', meaning 'land of the warriors'. This name gained prominence following Peru's independence in 1824.

PERVIE

Male

French origin and means "from the pear tree".

PERVIS

Male

Pervez is of Persian origin, meaning "to be victorious," and signifies strength and triumph over adversity. It was popular among leaders in ancient Persian empires and has since become a widely recognized unisex name across various cultures worldwide.

PERYL

Female

Peryl is of Welsh origin, meaning 'miracle', inspired by ancient Celtic beliefs in miraculous events.

PESACH

Male

Hebrew name derived from "pesach," meaning "Passover," commemorating the Israelites' liberation from Egyptian slavery. It's traditionally given to boys born around Passover, one of Judaism's most important holidays.

PESHA

Female

Rare Hebrew name derived from "pasha," meaning "to hurry." It was used in biblical times and is believed to have been one of seven shepherd leaders of Israel.

PESHY

Female

Unique Persian name meaning "pearl" in Farsi. It was traditionally given to girls born with pearls or destined for great beauty and wisdom.

PESSEL

Female

Unique Hebrew name derived from 'pesech', meaning 'to break' or 'to crush'. It symbolizes courage and resilience, inspired by Queen Esther's bravery in the Bible.

PESSI

Female

Finnish name derived from the word 'pessu', meaning 'bottle' but referring to a traditional dance. Originally given to lively boys in the 19th century, it's now used for both genders and has ties to the Finnish folk epic Kalevala.

PESSIE

Female

Unique Hebrew name derived from "peseh" meaning miracle, associated with Miriam, Moses' sister who performed miracles and demonstrated faith and courage.

PESSY

Female

Unique Hebrew name meaning 'miracle'.

PET

Male

Uncommon American given name derived from the English word 'pet', meaning a small or beloved animal kept as a companion. It signifies affection and care, and while not traditionally popular, it carries unique charm.

PET

Female

Boy's name of Scandinavian origin meaning 'stone' or 'rock', popularized by saints during the Middle Ages and associated with strength and stability.

PETA

Female

Greek-derived unisex name meaning "small stone," derived from the word "petros," and traditionally given to girls in Greece but now popular worldwide.

PETAL

Female

Botanical name derived from 'petal', meaning flower part, often associated with fragility. Used more for girls than boys, it gained late 20th-century popularity due to nature-inspired naming trends.

PETAR

Male

Croatian name derived from Peter, meaning "rock" or "stone," with notable figures including Saint Peter and King Petar Kresimir IV.

PETE

Male

English name of Greek origin, meaning 'rock' or 'stone', derived from the name Petros. It is named after Saint Peter, one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles.

PETE

Female

English name derived from the Greek Peter, meaning 'stone' or 'rock'.

PETEHN

Female

Unusual, unique name of unknown origin, with no established meaning or cultural association.

PETER

Male

German name meaning "rock" or "stone," derived from the Greek word "petros.

PETER

Female

Classic English name originating from Greek 'Petros', meaning 'rock'.

PETERIS

Male

Rare Latvian name derived from 'peters', meaning 'rocky'.