Persis Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: PUR-sis //ˈpɜːrsɪs//
Origin: Greek; Persian
Meaning: Greek: 'of Persia'; Persian: 'a woman from Persia'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Persis has its roots in ancient languages, deriving from the Greek name 'Persis', which is believed to have originated from the Old Persian word 'Pārsa', referring to the region of Persia, now modern-day Iran. The Greek form was used in the Hellenistic period, and it eventually made its way into Latin as 'Persis'.
The name entered the English language through the Latin during the Renaissance, a time when classical names were revived and adopted in various forms across Europe. Historically, the name Persis appears in the New Testament of the Christian Bible, specifically in the Epistle to the Romans, written by the Apostle Paul in the 1st century CE.
In Romans 16:12, Persis is mentioned as a Christian woman who worked hard in the Lord, which has contributed to the name's association with diligence and faith. This biblical reference has helped the name maintain its significance within Christian communities throughout the centuries.
Culturally, the name Persis has been associated with themes of strength and resilience, reflective of its ties to the ancient Persian Empire, known for its vast influence and rich history. The name evokes a sense of heritage and connection to a significant historical civilization.
Additionally, the diminutive form 'Persy' has been used in various contexts, although it is less common. Overall, the name Persis carries with it a legacy that intertwines linguistic evolution, historical significance, and cultural resonance.
Famous people named Persis
In this section, you will find notable people named Persis. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Persis who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Persis Khambatta is an actress best known for Star Trek: The Motion Picture and Battlestar Galactica.
Persis Drell is a physicist and academic best known for her work in particle physics and as the former director of SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory.
Fictional characters named Persis
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Persis is a fictional character from the novel The Stars My Destination by Alfred Bester. She is a significant figure in the story, influencing the protagonist's journey and development throughout the narrative.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Persis. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Persis was first seen in the United States in 1884.
Persis has ranked as high as #3656 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Massachusetts.
In the past 5 years the name Persis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Persis 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 Persis was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Persis.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 | 7 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 | 8 |
| 1980 | 8 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 | 6 |
| 1944 | 9 | 9 |
| 1942 | 9 | 9 |
| 1940 | 6 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 | 6 |
| 1937 | 11 | 11 |
| 1936 | 8 | 8 |
| 1934 | 6 | 6 |
| 1933 | 6 | 6 |
| 1932 | 7 | 7 |
| 1931 | 5 | 5 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 12 | 12 |
| 1928 | 8 | 8 |
| 1927 | 14 | 14 |
| 1926 | 10 | 10 |
| 1925 | 14 | 14 |
| 1924 | 19 | 19 |
| 1923 | 13 | 13 |
| 1922 | 13 | 13 |
| 1921 | 16 | 16 |
| 1920 | 13 | 13 |
| 1919 | 16 | 16 |
| 1918 | 19 | 19 |
| 1917 | 18 | 18 |
| 1916 | 18 | 18 |
| 1915 | 16 | 16 |
| 1914 | 12 | 12 |
| 1913 | 11 | 11 |
| 1912 | 8 | 8 |
| 1911 | 8 | 8 |
| 1910 | 5 | 5 |
| 1909 | 5 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 | 5 |
| 1907 | 8 | 8 |
| 1905 | 8 | 8 |
| 1904 | 5 | 5 |
| 1903 | 6 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 | 5 |
| 1901 | 6 | 6 |
| 1900 | 7 | 7 |
| 1899 | 6 | 6 |
| 1898 | 5 | 5 |
| 1897 | 6 | 6 |
| 1896 | 9 | 9 |
| 1895 | 8 | 8 |
| 1892 | 5 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 | 5 |
| 1890 | 7 | 7 |
| 1889 | 6 | 6 |
| 1888 | 6 | 6 |
| 1887 | 5 | 5 |
| 1885 | 6 | 6 |
| 1884 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Persis (1927)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 5 |