Parrish Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAIR-ish / /ˈpɛrɪʃ/English; French
Meaning
English: son of the parish; French: from the parish
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Parrish is derived from the Old French word 'parochie', which means parish. It has been used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name. The name reflects a connection to community and local church life, which was significant in medieval Europe. It has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Parrish has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional spikes in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Parrish
- Parish
International Variants
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Famous people named Parrish
Parrish McCallum is a notable American artist known for his contemporary paintings.
Parrish Smith is a recognized American musician, famous for being a member of the hip-hop group EPMD.
Fictional characters named Parrish
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Parrish was first seen in the United States in 1943. Parrish has ranked as high as #945 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, California, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Parrish has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Parrish (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 78 |
| 1962 | 96 |
| 1963 | 63 |
| 1964 | 72 |
| 1965 | 78 |
| 1966 | 124 |
| 1967 | 100 |
| 1968 | 96 |
| 1969 | 84 |
| 1970 | 88 |
| 1971 | 96 |
| 1972 | 78 |
| 1973 | 67 |
| 1974 | 39 |
| 1975 | 44 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 22 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 30 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1985 | 32 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 43 |
| 1989 | 50 |
| 1990 | 52 |
| 1991 | 67 |
| 1992 | 88 |
| 1993 | 76 |
| 1994 | 70 |
| 1995 | 56 |
| 1996 | 42 |
| 1997 | 39 |
| 1998 | 48 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 10 |