Priscilla
pri-SILL-ah
Priscilla is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “A Roman name derived from Priscus, meaning 'ancient' or 'venerable'.”. It currently ranks #615 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1942.
What Priscilla Means
“A Roman name derived from Priscus, meaning 'ancient' or 'venerable'.”
The Story of Priscilla
In ancient Rome, this name was whispered with reverence, a name for those who carried the weight of centuries, and now it waits for your child.
Priscilla originates from the Latin name Priscus, meaning 'ancient' or 'venerable.' It was a common cognomen, or surname, in ancient Rome, often bestowed upon individuals of established lineage and respected status. The name's use spread through the Roman Empire and into early Christian communities, notably with Priscilla, a key companion of Saint Paul mentioned in the New Testament.
To whisper 'Priscilla' to your daughter is to invoke a sense of deep history and quiet dignity. It carries the echo of ancient stone and the warmth of a hand that has held wisdom for ages. You imagine her moving through the world with a grace that seems to suggest she’s seen it all before, and knows just how to navigate its currents.
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Numerology
The Idealist
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Famous Namesakes
Priscilla Presley
American actress and businesswoman.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#1,998 in 1942
Total Births
122,478
First Recorded
1880
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