Paris: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Named for the city of light, romantic and cultured.
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #2093
- Peak
- #556 in 1890
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Paris Means
Paris is a unisex name of Greek origin. Named for the city of light, romantic and cultured.
How Popular Paris Is
Paris currently ranks #2093 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #556 in 1890. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Paris
- At its most popular, Paris reached #556 in the U.S. in 1890.
- Paris is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Paris is a name with ancient Greek heritage.
Names Like Paris
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Paris
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Paris.
Questions About Paris
What does Paris mean?
Paris is a unisex name of Greek origin. Named for the city of light, romantic and cultured.
How popular is Paris?
Paris currently ranks #2093 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #556 in 1890. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Paris come from?
Paris comes from Greek roots. At its most popular, Paris reached #556 in the U.S. in 1890.
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