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Priscilla

Pronunciation: [ pr-ihs-IHL-uh ]

Boy Name #16,998 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Priscilla is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced pr-ihs-IHL-uh.

Parents who love the name Priscilla often also consider Priscilla, Prudence, Preston .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#16,998
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Pri Pry Priie Prisie

Also a Girl Name

Priscilla is also used as a girl name, ranked #615.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Priscilla

Is Priscilla a boy or girl name?
Priscilla is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #16998. As a girl name, it is ranked #615. Priscilla is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Priscilla?
Priscilla is pronounced pr-ihs-IHL-uh.
How popular is the name Priscilla?
Priscilla is currently ranked #16998 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Priscilla?
Common nicknames for Priscilla include Pri, Pry, Priie, and Prisie.
Is Priscilla a common or rare name?
Priscilla is an uncommon name, ranked #16998 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Priscilla

Priscilla is a boy name .

Is Priscilla a boy or girl name? Priscilla is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #16,998 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #615. Priscilla is more commonly used as a girl name.

Priscilla is currently ranked #16,998 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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

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