Pascale Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationpas-KAHL / /pɑsˈkæl/French; Latin
Meaning
French: 'of Easter'; Latin: 'Paschal'
Historical & Cultural Background
Pascale is derived from the Latin name 'Paschalis', which means 'relating to Easter'. It is commonly used in French-speaking countries as a feminine form of Pascal. The name has religious significance, particularly in Christian contexts, due to its association with the celebration of Easter. Pascale has been used since the Middle Ages and reflects a tradition of naming children after significant religious events.
Trend Summary
Pascale has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with periods of increased usage in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Pascaline
- Pascale
International Variants
- Pascaline (French)
- Pascualina (Spanish)
Famous people named Pascale
Pascale Hutton is a Canadian actress known for her roles in television series such as 'When Calls the Heart'.
Pascale Ferran is a French film director and screenwriter recognized for her work in the film 'Lady Chatterley'.
Pascale Petit is a French poet and author celebrated for her contributions to contemporary poetry.
Pascale Bussières is a Canadian actress acclaimed for her performances in both film and television.
Fictional characters named Pascale
Pascale is a character in the animated film 'Rugrats in Paris', known for her role as a supportive friend.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pascale was first seen in the United States in 1960. Pascale has ranked as high as #1105 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Pascale has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pascale (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2024 | 7 |