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

Distinctive Norwegian name derived from Pjetur, meaning "rock" or "stone," symbolizing endurance and power.

Norwegian given name derived from Old Norse 'Peit,' meaning 'small.' Despite its humble meaning, Peyten boasts Viking roots and has been used by royalty like Crown Princess Mette-Marit.

Peyton is an English name of Old French origin, derived from "Payet," which means "pagan." Traditionally a male name, Peyton has evolved into a unisex option, associated with notable figures like Peyton Randolph and Peyton Farquhar.

Rare French given name derived from the Occitan word 'petit', meaning 'small'. It is pronounced as "Pay-teen" with stress on the second syllable.

American given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname O'Pidden meaning "fighting man's son". It has evolved into a unisex name, popularized in recent years by figures like Peyton Manning and characters such as Peyton Sawyer on One Tree Hill.

English given name with roots in the French name Payet or Peyter, derived from Germanic elements meaning "peace" and "battle," signifying a peaceful warrior. Originally used as a boy's name in the mid-20th century, it has since gained popularity for both boys and girls.

Modern American name created by combining the English surname Peyton, derived from the French 'Payen' meaning 'to pay', and Marie, derived from Hebrew 'Miriam' meaning 'sea of bitterness'.

Unique French-derived given name that means "Town of Peace".

Welsh origin given name derived from "peithyn", meaning friendship or companionship, popularized by the wise and generous King Peythwn of Mona in the Mabinogion tales.

Rare Welsh name derived from Petronymus, meaning 'follower of Peter,' introduced by early Christian missionaries from Rome.

German occupational surname meaning "pipe maker," derived from the Middle High German word 'pffeife' for "pipe.

Unique and historical given name of Latin origin that means "from the bean field" and was traditionally associated with the prestigious gens Fabia in ancient Rome.

Rare, elegant Greek name meaning "light" or "radiant," historically carried by figures like Hippolytus' mother in Greek mythology and Saint Phadra of the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Captivating Greek name meaning "radiant," notable in mythology as King Theseus' wife who fell tragically in love with her stepson, Hippolytus.

Rare, Greek-derived feminine name meaning 'bright' or 'radiant'.

Rare Greek-derived unisex name meaning 'radiant light' or 'shining appearance', associated with visibility and radiance, and popularized by Phaethon, son of the sun god Helios in Greek mythology.

African name of Bamileke origin from Cameroon, meaning "born on Tuesday" or symbolizing strength/power/wisdom.

Unique and captivating Sanskrit name derived from "phalam", meaning fruit. It symbolizes fruition and has been traditionally used in India among Hindus to signify the culmination of hopes and dreams, often given during harvest time or to children seen as products of their parents' efforts. Historically, Phala was associated with wise King Phala in Mahabharata, further adding prestige to this unisex name that embodies growth and maturity.

Uncommon Irish given name derived from "faolán," meaning "wolf." It originally belonged to a County Leitrim sept known for their strength and courage.

Rare Welsh given name meaning "martin" or swallow bird, popularized by Dylan Thomas' play "Under Milk Wood".

Rare given name of uncertain Hebrew or Greek origin, possibly derived from Patricia and Angela. Its meaning varies between "pure" in Hebrew and "disease" in Greek, but no definitive interpretation exists. Despite its unclear significance, Phalicia has been used occasionally since the 18th century and is notably carried by British actress Phalicia Hamilton.

Female given name of Cambodian origin meaning "lotus flower," symbolizing purity and beauty.

Phalen is a rare Greek name meaning 'to be inconstant', derived from the Greek word "phalaina".

Unique Greek-derived name meaning "battle" or "fight", symbolizing strength and courage. It was popularized by ancient Greeks known for their formidable warriors.

Unique Greek-derived name meaning 'to brandish' or 'wield.'

Rare Greek name meaning "one who walks with many" or "many-footed", tracing back to ancient Greek legend of a giant with many feet symbolizing strength and endurance.

Rare yet powerful given name of Greek origin, meaning 'shining' or 'radiant', derived from the Greek word 'phaethon'. In Greek mythology, Phalon was a noble son of Poseidon, known for his wisdom and courage.

Uncommon Irish name meaning "small" in Gaelic, originally used as a diminutive of Phelim.

Unique female name of Greek origin, derived from "phalaina" meaning 'moth'. It combines elements 'phala' meaning 'to bloom' and 'yn', and signifies 'blooming within'.

Vietnamese given name derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'lotus', signifying purity, elegance, and resilience.

Traditional Vietnamese male given name with roots dating back centuries, meaning 'to divide or separate', denoting family lineage and preserving heritage.

Phanta, of Greek origin, means 'imaginative' or 'visionary', derived from 'phantastikos', reflecting its historic connection to intellectual prowess.

Distinctive name derived from Greek "phantasia," meaning "imagination.

Rare Hebrew boys' name meaning 'face', associated with an angel in the Bible.

Uncommon but captivating unisex given name of Egyptian origin, derived from the word "pr" meaning "house". Historically associated with royalty and power, it was first used during the Early Dynastic Period around 3100 BCE.

Egyptian name derived from the ancient city 'Per-Wer', translating to 'Great House'. It carries regal and powerful connotations, related to historical pharaohs like Cleopatra VII and Ramses II, as well as goddess Isis. Pronounced "FAH-rah", it's uniquely captivating yet rooted in history.

Ancient Egyptian title turned unisex name, meaning 'great house' or 'palace', signifying power and grandeur.

Egyptian-derived name meaning 'great house', originally a title given to powerful rulers.

Pharrell is of French origin, derived from "farrel" meaning "spear" or "javelin," conveying strength and bravery.

Rare but significant French given name, originating from the word 'phare', meaning 'lighthouse'.