Parris Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAIR-iss / /ˈpɛrɪs/English; French
Meaning
English: son of the parish; French: from Paris
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Parris is derived from the English surname, which originally referred to someone who lived near a parish. It can also be linked to the French city of Paris, which has historical significance as a cultural and political center. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with nobility and urban life. Parris has gained popularity in modern times as a given name.
Trend Summary
Parris has seen a modest rise in popularity as a boy's name in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Paris
- Parris
International Variants
- Pari (Persian)
- Parisse (Italian)
Famous people named Parris
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Fictional characters named Parris
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Parris was first seen in the United States in 1917. Parris has ranked as high as #1184 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Parris has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Parris (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1942 | 21 |
| 1943 | 24 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 22 |
| 1948 | 20 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 30 |
| 1961 | 31 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 32 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 19 |
| 1967 | 23 |
| 1968 | 34 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 34 |
| 1971 | 34 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 25 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 39 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1987 | 37 |
| 1988 | 44 |
| 1989 | 37 |
| 1990 | 52 |
| 1991 | 58 |
| 1992 | 57 |
| 1993 | 63 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 33 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 36 |
| 1998 | 46 |
| 1999 | 32 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |