Prescilla
Prescilla is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,888 in the US, popular nicknames include Pre, Pry, and Preie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Prescilla first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 791 babies have been named Prescilla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Prescilla is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,888 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,888
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Prescilla
Prescilla is a girl name .
Prescilla is currently ranked #23,888 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Prescilla include Pre, Pry, Preie, and Presie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Prescilla include Presley, Preslee, Presleigh, Prescott, Preslie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis