The nameParis

Paris is a name given to boys and girls.

Meaning

It is the name of Paris, prince of Troy in Greek myth, and of the French capital.

Origin

Greek and French.

History

In France it was mostly given in the 2000s and 2010s.

Popularity of the name Paris

Paris in France

4017thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2009peak year (50 births)
725babies named Paris in France since 1900
02550 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Paris was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 265 births over the decade, 37% of all recorded babies named Paris. Its rise began around 1912, and it peaked in 2009. Half of all babies named Paris in France were born before 2010, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Paris mean?

It is the name of Paris, prince of Troy in Greek myth, and of the French capital.

What is the origin of the name Paris?

Greek and French.

Is Paris a girl's or a boy's name?

Paris is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.