Paris
p(a)-ris
US Popularity:905
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Wrestler; To ride by or past; A tribe of Gaul; City in France
Paris is a gender-neutral name with several origins, including Latin, Greek, and French. Linked to the Latin Parisii, this name means “a tribe of Gaul,” who lived in what we know today as Western Europe. Paris is associated with the beautiful and renowned capital city of France—a.k.a, the city of love! Not to be underestimated for its lovely chime, Paris is a robust appellation with the possible Greek definition of “wrestler” or “to ride by or past” and holds mythological significance for fans of the Trojan War. No matter which meaning resonates with you, baby Paris is bound to make their own mark in this world.
Paris Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Paris is currently #1420 on The Bump
Boy:Paris is currently #784 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Paris is currently #1015 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Paris is currently #905 in U.S. births
Boy:Paris is currently #2179 in U.S. births
Girl:Paris is currently #493 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#493
in 2023
- 3
from 2022
Sources
Britannica, Paris Greek Mythology
Ancestry, Paris Family History
Ancestry, Parise Family History
WordSense, Paris
Name Doctor, Paris
Behind the Name, Paris(1)
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