Prentis
Prentis is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Apprentice or learner.
Origin and history
Prentis is a masculine name derived from an occupational surname meaning apprentice or learner. It traces back to the Middle English and Old French word prentis, a shortened form of aprentis. While historically rare in the United States, it has a distinct vintage and occupational quality.
Popularity in the United States
1,260 babies in the United States have been named Prentis since 1880. It ranks #3438 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- MS (55 %)
- LA (34 %)
- MI (6 %)
- AL (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 18 |
| 1910-1920 | 105 |
| 1920-1930 | 167 |
| 1930-1940 | 140 |
| 1940-1950 | 195 |
| 1950-1960 | 157 |
| 1960-1970 | 123 |
| 1970-1980 | 131 |
| 1980-1990 | 118 |
| 1990-2000 | 56 |
| 2000-2010 | 31 |
| 2010-2019 | 14 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Prentis
- Prentis Hancock: Actor
Fun facts
- The name originated as a Middle English aphetic form of apprentice, used to describe someone learning a trade.
- Prentis is a less common spelling variant of the surname and given name Prentice.