Perceval
PERS-uh-val
The Story of Perceval
Some names are pure as mountain springs, whispered by legends of knights and quests.
Perceval, a name of noble bearing, is most famously tied to Arthurian legend as one of the purest knights. Its origins are debated, possibly Welsh or French, carrying an air of chivalry and earnest devotion throughout its storied past.
You choose Perceval for a son whose heart will be as true as his mind is sharp. You see your child possessing an innate sense of honor and a questing spirit, always seeking what is right and good in the world.
What It Means
“A masculine name of uncertain origin, possibly Welsh or French, most famously associated with one of King Arthur's Knights of the Round Table, a pure-hearted knight.”
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Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Perceval (Arthurian Legend)
One of the Knights of the Round Table and seeker of the Holy Grail.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 2019
Total Births
5
First Recorded
2019
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