"son of Rhys, son of the ardent one"
Origin: Welsh
Language: Welsh
Price
Pronunciation: [ pr-EYES ]
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Son of the ardent Welsh prince — a surname with noble roots
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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.
Historical Record
Price first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,276 babies have been named Price in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Price is past its peak , currently ranked #2,725 for boy names in the US .
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
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Ap Rhys
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Popularity Over Time
#2,725
Current Rank
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Peaked 1962
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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1957
Zimbabwean professional golfer and former World No. 1, winner of three major championships
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1911
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #2,725
- Total SSA Count
- 48
- Cultural Origins
- American Welsh English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
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- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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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, Prie, and Prikins.
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, Prie, and Prikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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