#6152024 rank
1942peak year
122,234babies named Priscilla since 1880
▼ 1%5-year trend
Priscilla popularity over 145 years
💎 Rare find · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Priscilla mean?
From the Roman family name Priscillus, rooted in priscus, 'ancient'. Borne by a New Testament figure, it spread among the Puritans and stayed in use ever since.
OriginLatin
Syllables3
Gendergirl
Styleclassic, vintage
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Famous Priscillas
- Priscilla Presley, actress
Spellings & variants
Cilla
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