Pricilla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Pricilla is derived from the Latin name Priscilla, meaning 'ancient' or 'venerable'. It evolved from Priscus in Latin to Priscilla and then to its modern form. The name is associated with the biblical figure Priscilla, highlighting traits of leadership and warmth. It gained popularity in the early Christian era and continues to be appreciated for its elegance.
The name Pricilla is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Pricilla has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Pricilla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3044th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2260th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1878th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1960th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1572nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2526th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7955th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Pricilla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pricilla"
Pronunciation
/prɪˈsɪlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Pricilla is derived from the Latin name 'Priscilla', which means 'ancient' or 'venerable'. It is a diminutive form of the name 'Priscus'.
Meaning
ancient, venerable
Language Evolution
Priscus (Latin), Priscilla (Latin), Pricilla (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Pricilla is often associated with Priscilla, a prominent figure in the New Testament, known for her role in the early Christian church as a teacher and leader.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian era, particularly in the 1st century due to the biblical figure Priscilla. It has remained in use throughout the centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Priscilla, Priscille, Prissy, Cilla
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Pricilla is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with warmth and strength due to its biblical connections.
Famous People
Priscilla Presley, an American actress and businesswoman, Priscilla Chan, a physician and philanthropist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pricilla"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Pricilla"
"Pricilla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3044th of 9107 | 160 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2260th of 9204 | 262 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1878th of 12526 | 616 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1960th of 19264 | 716 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1572nd of 27321 | 1,442 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2526th of 35406 | 1,073 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7955th of 30306 | 166 |
Regional Popularity of "Pricilla" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Pricilla" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
62.29% 1777th/2853 |
82.13% 2279th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
42.58% 1498th/3518 |
43.08% 1742nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
69.28% 2553rd/3685 |
41.32% 1849th/4475 |
25.38% 1318th/5194 |
17.13% 1082nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
80.27% 4145th/5164 |
33.34% 2438th/7313 |
18.18% 1357th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
61.84% 3881st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Pricilla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pricilla" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.