Name Collection

Names That Start With P

Browse baby names that start with P, then compare meaning, origin, and trend signals.

Names In This Collection

Boy • Multicultural

Phong

Phong suggests protective strength with a calm, grounded feel.

Pronounced Fong

ProtectionStabilityGroundedness
Trend: rising
Girl • Multicultural

Phuong

Phuong conveys strength and a vibrant feminine presence.

Pronounced Fwoong

StrengthCourageVibrancy
Trend: rising
Girl • Multicultural

Phylicia

Phylicia offers a resilient, graceful presence for a girl.

Pronounced fuh-LIH-shee-uh

ResilienceGraceDignity
Trend: niche
Girl • Multicultural

Phylis

Phylis signals courage and uplifting spirit for a girl.

Pronounced FYE-lis

CourageInspirationPerseverance
Trend: niche
Girl • Multicultural

Phyliss

Phyliss offers a courageous, uplifting presence for a girl.

Pronounced FYE-liss

CourageMotivationUpliftment
Trend: rising
Girl • Greek

Phyllis

Phyllis is a classic Greek name with a warm, gentle presence for a girl.

Pronounced FIL-lis

KindnessGentlenessClassic elegance
Trend: stable
Girl • Latin

Pia

Pia offers a simple, luminous option with Latin roots.

Pronounced PEE-uh

DevotionWarmthClarity
Trend: stable
Boy • French

Pierce

Pierce conveys peace with a modern, sturdy feel for a boy.

Pronounced PEERS

PeaceSteadinessReliability
Trend: stable
Boy • French

Pierre

Pierre carries a classic French form of Peter with a brave, uplifting feel.

Pronounced PEER

CourageLeadershipHeritage
Trend: niche
Boy • Irish

Pierson

Pierson offers a bright, modern take with Irish roots.

Pronounced PEER-sən

LightWarmthApproachability
Trend: stable
Boy • Italian

Pietro

Pietro is a classic Italian form of Peter with a harmonious, sturdy feel.

Pronounced PYEH-troh

HarmonyStabilityHeritage
Trend: niche
Girl • Spanish

Pilar

Pilar conveys courage with a bright, Spanish-influenced presence.

Pronounced PEE-lar

CourageSupportVibrancy
Trend: stable
Boy • Hebrew

Pinchas

Pinchas has a prophetic, light-filled heritage with a modern edge for a boy.

Pronounced PIN-khas

LeadershipLightTradition
Trend: rising
Boy • Spanish

Pink

Pink signals playful joy with a bold, modern edge for a boy.

Pronounced PINK

JoyPlayfulnessVigor
Trend: niche
Girl • Slavic

Pinkie

Pinkie blends wisdom with a gentle, endearing sound for a girl.

Pronounced PINK-ee

WisdomGentlenessAffection
Trend: niche
Girl • English

Piper

Piper offers a bold, energetic option rooted in English tradition.

Pronounced PAI-per

StrengthIndependenceEnergy
Trend: rising
Girl • Italian

Pippa

Pippa offers a cheerful, harmoniously toned option with Italian charm.

Pronounced PIP-uh

HarmonyCharmApproachability
Trend: rising
Boy • Italian

Placido

Placido embodies a calm courage with an Italian classic tone.

Pronounced Plah-CHEE-doh

CourageCalmnessHeritage
Trend: niche
Girl • Slavic

Polina

Polina provides a protective, energetic Slavic-rooted option for a girl.

Pronounced -po-LEE-nah

ProtectionCareVitality
Trend: high
Girl • English

Pollie

Pollie is an English diminutive name tied to a hopeful, uplifting vibe.

Pronounced POL-lee

DiminutiveAffectionateClassic
Trend: niche
Girl • English

Polly

Polly is a classic English diminutive with a timeless, hopeful feel.

Pronounced POL-ee

ClassicFriendlyTimeless
Trend: high
Girl • Multicultural

Pollyanna

Pollyanna blends Polly and Anna and is tied to optimistic, uplifting associations.

Pronounced POL-ee-AN-ah

OptimisticPlayfulClassic
Trend: stable
Girl • Indian

Pooja

Pooja is an Indian name meaning devotion and worship.

Pronounced PU-ja

SacredRespectfulDevotional
Trend: high

FAQ

How do I use names that start with P?
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Can I compare these names on trend pages?
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