Pascal Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPASS-kahl / /ˈpæskəl/Latin; French
Meaning
Latin: 'of Easter'; French: 'born on Easter'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Pascal is derived from the Latin name 'Paschalis', which means 'of Easter'. It has been used in Christian contexts to signify the resurrection of Jesus. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in France, where it is commonly given to boys born around Easter. Pascal is also associated with notable historical figures, including mathematicians and philosophers.
Trend Summary
Pascal has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Pasquale
- Pascale
International Variants
- Pascal (French)
- Pasquale (Italian)
- Pascale (French)
Famous people named Pascal
Pascal Siakam is a professional basketball player from Cameroon, recognized for his achievements in the NBA with the Toronto Raptors.
Pascal Lamy is a French politician and former Director-General of the World Trade Organization, known for his work in international trade.
Pascal Obispo is a French singer-songwriter and music producer, celebrated for his contributions to the French music scene.
Fictional characters named Pascal
Pascal is a chameleon character in Disney's animated film 'Tangled', serving as Rapunzel's loyal companion.
Pascal is a character in the video game series 'Kingdom Hearts', appearing as a supporting character in various installments.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pascal was first seen in the United States in 1889. Pascal has ranked as high as #1313 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Louisiana, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Pascal has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pascal (2023)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1889 | 6 |
1892 | 5 |
1894 | 6 |
1897 | 5 |
1898 | 7 |
1900 | 7 |
1902 | 5 |
1906 | 6 |
1910 | 14 |
1911 | 7 |
1912 | 12 |
1913 | 22 |
1914 | 27 |
1915 | 19 |
1916 | 23 |
1917 | 23 |
1918 | 31 |
1919 | 20 |
1920 | 21 |
1921 | 38 |
1922 | 29 |
1923 | 30 |
1924 | 12 |
1925 | 20 |
1926 | 27 |
1927 | 15 |
1928 | 15 |
1929 | 14 |
1930 | 16 |
1931 | 24 |
1932 | 19 |
1933 | 18 |
1934 | 20 |
1935 | 9 |
1936 | 15 |
1937 | 22 |
1938 | 18 |
1939 | 14 |
1940 | 14 |
1941 | 15 |
1942 | 15 |
1943 | 15 |
1944 | 18 |
1945 | 6 |
1946 | 20 |
1947 | 6 |
1948 | 15 |
1949 | 14 |
1950 | 17 |
1951 | 16 |
1952 | 16 |
1953 | 13 |
1954 | 19 |
1955 | 17 |
1956 | 14 |
1957 | 18 |
1958 | 12 |
1959 | 25 |
1960 | 15 |
1961 | 12 |
1962 | 12 |
1963 | 20 |
1964 | 19 |
1965 | 18 |
1966 | 11 |
1967 | 12 |
1968 | 16 |
1969 | 20 |
1970 | 12 |
1971 | 13 |
1972 | 13 |
1973 | 24 |
1974 | 30 |
1975 | 19 |
1976 | 16 |
1977 | 22 |
1978 | 19 |
1979 | 19 |
1980 | 16 |
1981 | 26 |
1982 | 24 |
1983 | 25 |
1984 | 17 |
1985 | 19 |
1986 | 19 |
1987 | 21 |
1988 | 23 |
1989 | 20 |
1990 | 34 |
1991 | 26 |
1992 | 21 |
1993 | 32 |
1994 | 35 |
1995 | 23 |
1996 | 32 |
1997 | 22 |
1998 | 28 |
1999 | 25 |
2000 | 25 |
2001 | 20 |
2002 | 24 |
2003 | 25 |
2004 | 29 |
2005 | 21 |
2006 | 28 |
2007 | 28 |
2008 | 33 |
2009 | 26 |
2010 | 28 |
2011 | 25 |
2012 | 27 |
2013 | 30 |
2014 | 21 |
2015 | 34 |
2016 | 36 |
2017 | 34 |
2018 | 27 |
2019 | 29 |
2020 | 32 |
2021 | 38 |
2022 | 32 |
2023 | 44 |
2024 | 47 |