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15,656Etymology and Historical ContextPeadar is the Irish and Scottish Gaelic form of Peter, ultimately derived from the Greek word petros meaning "stone". As in other languages, this name became widespread due to the apostle...
Pearce is an English given name derived from a surname that was a variant of Pierce. Though primarily used as a surname, it has been adopted as a first name, particularly in English-speaking countries. The meaning of Pea...
Pearse is an Irish given name and surname, primarily used as a masculine first name in honor of the revolutionary Patrick Pearse (1879–1916), a key figure in the Easter Rising and the Irish independence movement. The nam...
Pece is a Macedonian diminutive of Peter, a name with deep Christian roots. While Peter itself originates from the Greek Petros meaning "stone" — a translation of the Aramaic Cephas given to the apostle Simon by Jesus —...
Peđa is the common diminutive form of the Serbian and broader South Slavic name Predrag. Predrag itself is a dithematic Slavic name composed of the prefix pre- meaning “very” or “much,” and -drag from the element dorgŭ m...
Peder is a Scandinavian form of Peter, deriving from the Greek Petros meaning "stone". This name is a translation of the Aramaic Cephas, the name given by Jesus to the apostle Simon, signifying the foundational role he w...
Pedja is an alternate transcription of the Serbian Пеђа (Peđa), serving primarily as a diminutive of Predrag. The name Predrag, also used in Croatian, combines the Slavic element dorgŭ meaning “precious” with a superlati...
Pedr is the Welsh form of Peter, a name with deep roots in Christian tradition. Derived from the Greek Πέτρος (Petros) meaning “stone,” it is a translation of the Aramaic name Cephas, given by Jesus to the apostle Simon...
Pedram is a given name of Persian origin, derived from the Persian root pedrām, meaning "happy, successful." The name is used primarily in Persia (modern-day Iran) and in regions influenced by Persian culture, such as Af...
Pedrinho is a Portuguese diminutive of Pedro, used as a nickname or given name in Portuguese-speaking countries, particularly Brazil. The suffix -inho conveys smallness or endearment, so Pedrinho means literally "little...
Pedro is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Peter, derived from the Greek Petros meaning "stone." The name has been borne by numerous monarchs and notable figures throughout history, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula...
Pedru is the Sardinian form of Peter. Derived from Ancient Greek Πέτρος (Petros), meaning 'stone' or 'rock', the name entered Sardinian via Latin Petrus. Sardinian, a Romance language spoken on the island of Sardinia, pr...
Peer is a Scandinavian male given name, primarily used in Danish and Norwegian. It is a variant of Per, which itself is a Scandinavian form of Peter. The name Peer is relatively uncommon compared to the more frequent mod...
Peers is an English variant of Piers, which itself is a medieval form of Peter. As a given name, it is masculine, though it has also historically been used as a surname. The name traces its ultimate roots to the Greek Pe...
Peeter is the Estonian form of Peter, a name with deep roots in Christian tradition. Derived from the Greek Petros meaning "stone," it is a translation of the Aramaic name Cephas, given by Jesus to the apostle Simon (cf....
Peetu is a diminutive of Pietari, the Finnish form of Peter. Originally a nickname, it has gained official recognition as a given name in Finland since the 21st century. Peetu reflects the Finnish habit of creating infor...
Pegasos is the original Ancient Greek form of the name Pegasus, best known as the name of the winged horse in Greek mythology. The Greek name Πήγασος (Pḗgasos) is thought to derive either from πηγός (pegós) meaning "stro...
Pegasus (from Greek Πήγασος, Pegasos) is a mythological creature often used as a given name or cultural reference. The name's etymology is disputed; it may derive from πηγός (pegos) meaning "strong, sturdy" or from πηγαῖ...
Pehr is a Swedish variant of Per, itself a Scandinavian form of Peter. The name ultimately derives from the Greek Πέτρος (Petros) meaning "stone," a translation of the Aramaic name Cephas. In the New Testament, the apost...
Peio is a Basque form of Peter, ultimately derived from the Greek Πέτρος (Petros) meaning "stone." This origin is deeply tied to the Apostle Peter, to whom Jesus gave the Aramaic name Cephas (also meaning "stone"), as re...
Pèire is the Occitan form of Peter, a name of profound significance in Christian tradition. It is used in the Occitan language, a Romance language spoken primarily in southern France, Monaco, and parts of Italy and Spain...
Pejman (also romanized as Pežmān or Pezhmân; Persian: پژمان [pʰeʒˈmɒːn]) is a Persian masculine given name and sometimes a surname. The name is drawn deeply from Persian poetic and emotional traditions, meaning "sad, mel...
Pejo is a Serbo-Croatian masculine given name, a diminutive of Petar, the South Slavic form of Peter. The root name Peter derives from the Greek Πέτρος (Petros), meaning "stone," which itself translates the Aramaic name...
Pekka is a Finnish male given name, the Finnish form of Peter. Derived ultimately from the Greek Πέτρος (Petros) meaning "stone", the name Peter gained prominence through Saint Peter, the apostle whom Jesus called "the R...
Pekko is the Finnish form of the ancient Estonian and Finnish god Peko, associated with crops, barley, and brewing. While the name's exact meaning is uncertain, it is rooted in mythological traditions that persisted into...
Pelagios is the Ancient Greek form of Pelagius, a Latinized name derived from the Greek word πέλαγος (pelagos), meaning "the sea." The name thus carries connotations of the open ocean, evoking vastness and depth. In its...
Pelagius is a Latinized form of the Greek name Πελάγιος (Pelagios), derived from the word πέλαγος (pelagos) meaning "the sea." This name has been borne by several saints and two popes in Christian history, but it is most...
Pelayo is a Spanish masculine given name, derived from the Latin name Pelagius, which itself comes from the Ancient Greek Πελάγιος (Pelagios), meaning “of the sea.” The name is thus rooted in the Greek word πέλαγος (pela...
Peleg is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, appearing in the Hebrew Bible as a son of Eber and an ancestor of Abraham. The name means "division, channel" in Hebrew, directly derived from the root meaning "to divide" or "...
Peleus is a figure from Greek mythology, known as a hero and king of Phthia. His name is probably derived from the Greek word pelos (πηλός), meaning "clay."In mythology, Peleus was the son of Aeacus, king of Aegina, and...
Pelias is a name from Greek mythology, famously known as the king of Iolcus who dispatched Jason on the quest for the Golden Fleece. The name may derive from the Greek word πέλεια (peleia), meaning "rock pigeon," though...
Pellam is a figure from Arthurian legend, introduced by Sir Thomas Malory in his 15th-century compilation Le Morte d'Arthur. The name is a form of Pellehan, which itself is part of a complex onomastic chain rooted in Wel...
Pelle is a Swedish diminutive of Per, which itself is a Scandinavian form of Peter. The name thus traces its origins to the Greek Πέτρος (Petros), meaning "stone" — a translation of the Aramaic name Cephas bestowed upon...
EtymologyPelleas, also spelled Pellias, is an Arthurian name of uncertain etymology. It is possibly derived from the Greek name Peleus, meaning 'clay', which in Greek mythology was the father of Achilles through Thetis,...
Pellegrino is an Italian masculine given name derived from the Late Latin name Peregrinus, meaning "traveller" or "pilgrim". As the Italian form of Peregrine, it reflects the popularity of pilgrimage during the medieval...
Pellehan is a figure from Arthurian legend, best known as a keeper of the Holy Grail and the father of Pelles and Pellinore. The name is possibly derived from Welsh Beli Hen, meaning "Beli the Old."The etymological chain...
Pelles is a name from Arthurian legend, most notably borne by the Fisher King in the 13th-century Lancelot-Grail Cycle. The name's origin is uncertain, but it is possibly derived from the Welsh name Beli, which itself ma...
Pellinore is a figure from Arthurian legend, most notably appearing as a king afflicted with an impossible hunt. The name is of uncertain origin, though it is possibly derived from Welsh Beli Mawr, meaning "Beli the Grea...
Pëllumb is an Albanian masculine given name that derives from the Albanian word pëllumb, meaning "dove" or "pigeon." The name reflects a common onomastic tradition in many cultures of associating personal names with peac...
Pencho is a Bulgarian masculine given name, primarily used as a diminutive of Petar or Petko. These names ultimately derive from Peter, which comes from the Greek Πέτρος (Petros) meaning "stone". The name is common in Bu...
Peni is a masculine given name in Hawaiian, serving as the spoken form of Ben. As a result, it is ultimately a short form of Benjamin, Benedict, and other names that begin with Ben, reflecting a common pattern in Hawaiia...
Penko is a Bulgarian diminutive of Petar, the Bulgarian and Serbian form of Peter. As a friendly, informal variant, Penko is typically used as a nickname or familiar address rather than a formal given name.The root Peter...
Etymology and OriginPentti is the Finnish form of Benedict, which derives from the Late Latin name Benedictus, meaning "blessed" ( ). Introduced to Finland through Swedish influence, it parallels the Swedish name Bengt a...
Penuel is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, with the primary meaning "facing God" or "God's face." It derived from the Hebrew verb pana (to turn to) and the divine name El (God). In the Old Testament, Penuel is a place...
Pepe is a Spanish diminutive of José, which itself is the Spanish form of Joseph, a Hebrew name meaning "may God add (another son)." While Pepe is commonly associated with José, in Portuguese and Brazilian usage it also...
Pepijn is the Dutch form of the name Pepin, which itself has Frankish origins and is of uncertain meaning—it may derive from the Germanic word *bibēną, meaning "to tremble," though some scholars suggest it means "awe-ins...
Pépin is the French form of Pepin, a Frankish name of uncertain origin. Theories suggest it may derive from a Germanic element meaning "to tremble," implying awesomeness or awe-inspiring, akin to a source of trembling be...
Pepin is a masculine given name of Frankish origin, with uncertain meaning. It is possibly derived from the Germanic word *bibēną, meaning "to tremble", and may have signified "awe-inspiring". This name was notably borne...
Pepito is a Spanish diminutive of the male name Joseph. In Spanish naming traditions, the suffix -ito typically conveys affection or smallness, making Pepito an endearing variant. It is etymologically a double diminutive...
Peppe is an Italian diminutive of Giuseppe, the Italian form of Joseph. As a nickname or short form, it is used affectionately in Italian culture, often for someone named Giuseppe, though it can also stand alone as a giv...
Peppi 1 is an Italian masculine diminutive of Giuseppe, the Italian form of Joseph. The name Joseph originates from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning "he will add" or "he will increase," derived from the root yasaf. In the...
Peppino is an Italian diminutive of Giuseppe, the Italian form of Joseph. The name is formed by adding the diminutive suffix -ino to Peppe, itself a shortened and affectionate form of Giuseppe. As such, Peppino carries t...
Per is a Scandinavian given name, primarily masculine, and is the Scandinavian form of Peter. In Breton usage, it also appears as a variant of the same biblical name, derived from Greek Petros (Πέτρος), meaning "stone" o...
Etymology and OriginsPerce is a short form of Percy, an English given name derived from a Norman surname. The surname originated from the town of Perci in Normandy, which itself may have come from a Gaulish personal name...
Perceval is the Old French form of the name Percival, used by the 12th-century poet Chrétien de Troyes in his Arthurian romances. Best known as the original hero of the quest for the Holy Grail, Perceval appears in Chrét...
Percival is a name from English tradition and the Arthurian Cycle, most famously associated with a knight of King Arthur's Round Table who embarks on the quest for the Holy Grail. The name was created by the 12th-century...
Percy is an English given name with Norman origins, derived from the surname Percy. The surname came from a Norman town called Perci in Normandy, possibly from a Gaulish given name Latinized as Persius. The Anglo-Norman...
Pere is the Catalan form of the name Peter. Derived from the Greek Πέτρος (Petros) meaning “stone,” it is a translation of the Aramaic name Cephas, which also means “stone.” This name was given by Jesus to the apostle Si...
Peredur is a Welsh name of uncertain meaning, possibly derived from peri "spears" and dur "hard, steel", suggesting "hard spears". The name appears in early Welsh poetry and historical traditions, as well as in Arthurian...
Etymology and OriginPeregrine is a given name and surname derived from the Late Latin name Peregrinus, which means "traveller" or "foreigner." The Latin word peregrinus originally denoted someone from outside Roman terri...