Pershing Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: PUR-shing //ˈpɜrʃɪŋ//
Origin: English; French
Meaning: English: from the surname; French: from the place name
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Pershing is believed to have originated from the Old French surname "Perching," which itself is derived from the Latin "Petrus," meaning "rock" or "stone." This Latin term traces back to the Greek "Petros," which shares the same meaning. The transition into English likely occurred through the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many French names were introduced into the English lexicon, particularly in the context of the aristocracy and military.
The name has been associated with strength and stability due to its literal meaning, which has contributed to its enduring presence in various cultures. Historically, the name Pershing gained significant recognition in the early 20th century, particularly through General John J.
Pershing, who was a prominent figure in World War I. His leadership of the American Expeditionary Forces in Europe during the war solidified the name's association with military valor and leadership.
The general's prominence in American history during the 1910s and 1920s helped to elevate the name in public consciousness, linking it to themes of patriotism and national pride. Culturally, the name Pershing has resonated in various contexts, often symbolizing resilience and strength.
The name's connection to military history has made it a symbol of honor and duty, particularly in American narratives surrounding World War I. While there are no widely recognized diminutive forms of Pershing, the name itself carries a weight of historical significance that has allowed it to endure in various forms of cultural expression, including literature and memorials dedicated to military service.
Fictional characters named Pershing
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Pershing is a fictional character from the TV series Star Wars: The Mandalorian. He is a scientist working for the Empire, known for his expertise in cloning technology.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pershing was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Pershing has ranked as high as #599 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Texas, Pennsylvania, Missouri, and Minnesota.
In the past 5 years the name Pershing has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Pershing is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Pershing was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Pershing (1921)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Pershing.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1920 | 28 |
| 1919 | 103 |
| 1918 | 295 |
| 1917 | 53 |
| 1915 | 10 |