Priscille Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationpri-SIL / /prɪˈsɪl/Latin; French
Meaning
Latin: 'ancient'; French: 'little ancient one'
Historical & Cultural Background
Priscille is derived from the Latin name Priscilla, which means 'ancient' or 'venerable'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions. The name has historical significance due to its association with early Christian saints. Priscilla, the root name, appears in the New Testament as a prominent figure in the early Christian church.
Trend Summary
The name Priscille has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional peaks in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Priscilla
International Variants
- Priscille (French)
- Priscila (Spanish)
- Priscilla (English)
Famous people named Priscille
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Fictional characters named Priscille
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Priscille was first seen in the United States in 1923. Priscille has ranked as high as #909 nationally, which occurred in 1944, and has been most popular in Maine. In the past 5 years the name Priscille has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Priscille (1950)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ME | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 19 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |