Paris
Paris is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Unknown classical origin; associated with the mythological Trojan prince and the capital city of France.
Origin and history
Paris is a name of Ancient Greek origin, historically associated with the mythological figure whose actions precipitated the Trojan War. In modern times, it is also widely recognized as a geographic place name inspired by the capital city of France. In the United States, it has been steadily used for both females and males, gaining significant popularity as a modern unisex name.
Popularity in the United States
33,663 babies in the United States have been named Paris since 1880. It ranks #774 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #469.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.9 %)
- CA (9.8 %)
- FL (7.7 %)
- GA (6.8 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 23 |
| 1920-1930 | 29 |
| 1930-1940 | 13 |
| 1940-1950 | 68 |
| 1950-1960 | 225 |
| 1960-1970 | 602 |
| 1970-1980 | 500 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,980 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,066 |
| 2000-2010 | 10,345 |
| 2010-2019 | 10,960 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,852 |
Famous people named Paris
- Paris Hilton: Media personality, Businesswoman
- Paris Jackson: Model, Actress
- Paris Berelc: Actress, Model
Fun facts
- In Homer's Iliad, Paris was the Trojan prince whose elopement with Helen launched the Trojan War.
- The city of Paris was named after the Parisii, a Celtic tribe that lived in the area during the Iron Age.