Female and male first names beginning with the letter “P”..
PIERCE
MaleEnglish name derived from Middle English "Pierces," referring to an occupational surname for a piercer or maker of holes. It has historic nobility ties and has evolved into various spelling variations worldwide, despite being uncommon today.
PIERCE
FemaleDistinctive English name derived from the occupational surname Pierce, meaning 'leather hole-piercer'.
PIERCEN
MalePierce is an English name with a distinct and strong character, originating from the Middle English word "pierse," meaning "to pierce or thrust through.
PIERCESON
MaleUncommon American name derived from the English surname Pierce, which originates from the Middle French word 'percier', meaning 'to pierce'.
PIERE
MalePierre is a masculine given name of French origin, meaning "stone" or "rock", with historical figures such as Abélard and Curie bearing this name. It's also popular internationally, often spelled Pedro in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries.
PIERETTE
FemaleUnique feminine name of French origin, derived from Pierre meaning "rock," hence translating to "little stone" or "petite pierre.
PIERINA
FemaleUncommon yet charming Italian girl's name with roots in Latin, meaning "little rock" or "pearl". It gained popularity through Pietro Metastasio's opera seria, 'Il Tritone', featuring Pierina as a lovestruck nymph.
PIERINO
MaleItalian boy's name derived from Pietro, meaning "rock" or "stone," symbolizing endurance and strength.
PIERO
MaleItalian name meaning "to pierce" or "to strike", derived from the Latin word 'percusso'. It has been popular in Italy for centuries and was borne by historical figures like Piero della Francesca, an early Renaissance painter, and members of the powerful Medici family. Today, it remains a popular choice internationally despite not being associated with specific personality traits.
PIERRA
FemalePierre is a classic French male given name meaning 'stone' or 'rock', widely used across Europe and associated with strength and resilience.
PIERRE
MaleHistoric French name originating from the Greek Peter, meaning "rock" or "stone," reflecting its holder's steadfastness and reliability.
PIERRE
FemaleTraditional French boys' name derived from Latin 'Petra', meaning 'rock' or 'stone', symbolizing strength.
PIERRETTE
FemaleCharming and traditional French feminine given name derived from Pierre, meaning 'rock' or 'stone'. It was originally used as a nickname for girls named after Saint Peter.
PIERRIE
MaleRare French-derived given name, believed to derive from Pierre ('rock'), with its use dating back to medieval France but remaining relatively uncommon today.
PIERS
MaleMasculine given name of Norman origin, derived from the Old French word "Pierres," meaning "pebbles" or "small rocks.
PIERSEN
MaleScandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements "piörr" meaning pear and "sten" meaning stone, reflecting strength and endurance. Originally given to sons of wealthy families in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark during Viking invasions in the late ninth century, Piersen has since spread throughout Europe via trade and cultural exchange. Despite variations in spelling over time, such as Peter or Pierce, its Scandinavian origins remain prominent.
PIERSON
FemaleEnglish surname of Norman French origin, derived from 'pers', meaning 'to pierce'. It likely refers to someone who made pierced metal items like arrows or pies.
PIERSON
MaleDistinctive English given name derived from Middle English 'Pierson', meaning 'son of Pieris', with roots tracing back to the Greek word for 'stone'.
PIERSTON
MaleRare, English-derived given name meaning 'to pierce or permeate,' historically associated with strength and courage, tracing back to the 13th century nobility.
PIETER
MaleDutch name originating from Latin Petrus, meaning 'rock' or 'stone'.
PIETRA
FemaleUncommon yet captivating Italian name derived from 'pietra', meaning 'stone', symbolizing strength and durability.
PIETRINA
FemaleRare Italian female name meaning 'stone', derived from Pietro (Peter), symbolizing strength and endurance.
PIETRO
MaleClassic Italian name derived from the Latin "Petrus," meaning "rock" or "stone." It has been associated with strength, reliability, and steadfastness since ancient Roman times, and was later connected to the apostle Peter in Christianity.
PIFFANY
FemaleAmerican-origin given name created by combining the first few letters of silent film stars Pola Negri and Rita Hayworth's names. Its meaning, if any, is open to interpretation, but some people associate it with "beautiful and enchanting," reflecting its Hollywood inspiration.
PIHU
FemaleBasque-derived name meaning 'crest', symbolizing strength and courage, reflecting Basque cultural pride.
PIILANI
FemaleUnique and beautiful Hawaiian girl's name, translating to "clinging to heaven", and was traditionally held by a revered chiefess known for her strength, wisdom, and compassion.
PIKE
MaleUnique American given name derived from the English word for a type of freshwater fish, symbolizing strength, determination, adaptability, courage, and wisdom. It has been used sporadically in the U.S. since the mid-20th century but remains relatively uncommon.
PILAR
FemaleSpanish name derived from 'pilar', meaning pillar or column, symbolizing resilience and strength, popularized by historical figures like Maria Pilar and Pilar de Zuazo y Navarro.
PILAR
MaleUnique and elegant Spanish name meaning "column" or "pillar," derived from the word "pila." It holds significant religious importance as it is associated with the Virgin Mary, Nuestra Señora del Pilar, and has gained global recognition despite its traditional popularity in Spain.
PILOT
MaleRare Greek name derived from 'pelo', meaning 'sail', reflecting ancient Greece's maritime significance.
PINA
FemaleCharming Italian name derived from 'pino', meaning 'pine'. It symbolizes strength and longevity, often associated with nature's beauty.
PINAR
FemaleFeminine given name of Turkish origin meaning "spring," reflecting its deep-rooted cultural significance in Turkey.
PINCHAS
MaleDistinctive Hebrew male name derived from "pinchah," meaning "to pierce" or "to break." In the Bible, Pinchas is known for his zealous defense of Israelite faith.
PINCHES
MaleRare Spanish given name derived from "pinchar," meaning "to prick" or "to sting," and associated with the pomegranate fruit's seeds. Traditionally given to boys born around the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, it symbolizes good fortune in Andalusian Spain.
PINCHOS
MaleDistinct Hebrew given name meaning 'mouth' or 'opening', notable for its biblical origin and historical significance in Judaism.
PINCHUS
MaleRare Hebrew name derived from "pinchas," meaning "mouthpiece" or "intercessor." It was borne by the zealous defender of faith in Numbers, grandson of Aaron, who earned the right to become a high priest.
PINCKNEY
MaleRare English given name derived from the Old English word 'Pinc', meaning 'pink' or 'red'.
PINCUS
MaleRare Hebrew name derived from "pinchas," meaning "mouthpiece" or "interpreter," associated with the biblical figure Pinchas, grandson of Aaron.
PINE
MaleRare yet distinct American given name derived from the English word 'pine', referring to the strong, enduring evergreen tree. It symbolizes resilience and steadfastness, reflecting qualities of the pine tree itself. Despite lacking historical figures tied directly to the name, Pine has gained recent popularity among parents appreciating its unique sound and nature association.
PINEY
FemaleRare English name derived from the Middle English word 'pyn', meaning 'pine tree'. It was likely used as a nickname for someone who lived near pine trees or resembled them.