Price

Pronunciation: [ pr-EYES ]

Boy Name #2,725 Most Popular Hidden Gem 1 Syllable

Son of the ardent Welsh prince — a surname with noble roots

American Welsh English

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Meaning & Origin

"son of Rhys, son of the ardent one"

Origin: Welsh

Language: Welsh

The Story of Price

Price is a Welsh surname meaning son of Rhys, derived from the Welsh ap Rhys (son of Rhys), where Rhys means enthusiasm or ardor. Like many Welsh ap- surnames that dropped the ap- prefix over centuries (ap Rhys becoming Price, ap Hugh becoming Pugh), Price carries the linguistic fingerprint of Welsh patronymic tradition. As a given first name, it follows the American trend of dignified surnames becoming compelling first names.

Price is part of a growing category of single-syllable surname-first-names popular in the American South and among parents seeking distinguished, understated names — alongside names like Hayes, Grant, and Reid. Its brevity gives it a punchy confidence.

The Welsh name Rhys (from which Price descends) was borne by several medieval Welsh princes, including Rhys ap Gruffudd, the great Welsh ruler of the 12th century. Price thus carries both noble Welsh heritage and classic American surname energy.

Fun Facts

The Welsh surname Price was originally Ap Rhys (son of Rhys), with the prefix contracted over generations
Vincent Price (1911-1993), the iconic horror film actor, made the name synonymous with elegant menace for generations of film fans

Price in Other Languages

Welsh Ap Rhys

French Price

English Price

Spanish Price

Famous People Named Price

Nick Price

Athlete

1957

Zimbabwean professional golfer and former World No. 1, winner of three major championships

Vincent Price

Actor

1911

Iconic American actor celebrated for his distinctive voice and roles in classic horror films including House of Wax and ...

Iconic American actor celebrated for his distinctive voice and roles in classic horror films including House of Wax and The Fly

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 1
Popularity Rank: #2,725
Total SSA Count: 48
Cultural Origins: American Welsh English
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Nicknames

Pri Pry Priie

Pairs Well With

Price James Price William Price Alexander Price Thomas Price Edward Price Henry

Sibling Names

Sloane Greer Hayes Wren Grant Tatum

Also a Girl Name

Price is also used as a girl name, ranked #28778.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Price

What does the name Price mean?

"son of Rhys, son of the ardent one" (from Welsh). Price is a Welsh surname meaning son of Rhys, derived from the Welsh ap Rhys (son of Rhys), where Rhys means enthusiasm or ardor. Like many Welsh ap- surnames that dropped the ap- prefix over centuries (ap Rhys becoming Price, ap Hugh becoming Pugh), Price carries the linguistic fingerprint of Welsh patronymic tradition. As a given first name, it follows the American trend of dignified surnames becoming compelling first names.

What is the origin of the name Price?

Price has Welsh, American, and English origins. In Welsh, it means "son of Rhys, son of the ardent one".

Is Price a boy or girl name?

Price is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2725. As a girl name, it is ranked #28778. Price is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Price?

Price is pronounced pr-EYES.

How popular is the name Price?

Price is currently ranked #2725 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Price?

Common nicknames for Price include Pri, Pry, and Priie.

What are good middle names for Price?

Popular middle name pairings include Price James, Price William, Price Alexander, Price Thomas, Price Edward, and Price Henry.

What are good sibling names for Price?

Names that pair well with Price as siblings include Sloane, Greer, Hayes, Wren, Grant, and Tatum.

How many syllables does Price have?

Price has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Price a common or rare name?

Price is an uncommon name, ranked #2725 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Price

Price is a boy name with American, Welsh, and English origins . The name means "son of Rhys, son of the ardent one" in Welsh .

Is Price a boy or girl name? Price is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,725 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #28,778. Price is more commonly used as a boy name.

Price is currently ranked #2,725 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Price has 1 syllable and is pronounced pr-EYES, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Price include Pri, Pry, and Priie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.