Prisca
p-ris-ca,
pr(i)-sca
US Popularity:11751
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:Ancient
Imbued with great esteem, Prisca is a girl's name of Latin origin possessing a remarkable reputation within the Old Testament. A feminine form of the Roman word priscus, the name means "ancient" and is recognized as a rarer version of Priscilla. In this regard, Prisca is greatly associated with the wife of Aquilla, known as Priscilla or Priscila, who worked and traveled with Paul the Apostle. The name is also associated with Saint Prisca, a young Roman woman who was executed for her faith, whose feast day occurs on the 18th of January. Far from old-fashioned, Prisca is an undoubtedly forward-thinking name sure to inspire baby to push past tradition with relish.
Prisca Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Prisca is currently #2818 on The Bump
Girl:Prisca is currently #1914 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Prisca is currently #11751 in U.S. births
Girl:Prisca is currently #6835 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#6835
in 2023
+ 2675
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lanksy, pg. 253
Behind the Name, Prisca, April 2021
Abarim Publications, Prisca meaning
Name Doctor, Prisca
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