HomeBaby Names A name that evokes a sense of peace and tranquility. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team The surname was first recorded as being spelled du Paxtun in the 12th century. However, some adorable nicknames for Paxton are Paxie, Packie, and Pax. A notable personality who bears the name Paxton includes Paxton James Schulte....

HomeBaby Names A name with timeless appeal and contemporary charm. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team Margaret is a popular name with a rich history and meaning, said to have English origins. Saint Margaret was a martyr in the 4th century who later became the patron saint of expectant mothers. In medieval times, stories about her defeating a dragon were popular....

HomeBaby Names Simple yet powerful. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team The name has roots in Greek, where Peni means weaver. It is also the variation of the popular name Penelope. Peni has several spelling variations in different cultures and languages. In Arabic, it is spelledBinyamin, while it appears asBenjaminin Greek, Hebrew, Croatian, and Latin....

HomeBaby Names A quirky name that has mythological and commercial connotations. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team Others believe Penny is a diminutive of the Greek name Penelope, meaning weaver. It also is a throw in of duck. Furthermore, Penny often carries a spiritual connotation of new beginnings or fresh starts. The name is rooted in the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture of Britain and a common choice for baby girls....

HomeBaby Names A spicy and feisty appellation embodying a fiery personality. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team It is derived from the Latin word piper or Greek piperi, which relates to the edible spice. The Pepper family originated in Anglo-Saxon culture as sellers or makers of spices or pepper. Interestingly, peppers are classified as both fruits and vegetables....

HomeBaby Names Braving through the valleys with power and determination. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team Percival, a Welsh boy, aspired to be a knight under King Arthur. Later, Galahad replaced him. The name Percival still exists as a given name, surname, and place name. Percival is a two-syllable name pronounced as p(e)-rci-val, per-cival, or PUR-si-val....

HomeBaby Names A short yet powerful name from the aristocratic families. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team It is also an English surname that originated from Percy-en-Auge, a Normandy town. William de Percy brought the surname to Britain after his arrival in England soon after the conquest. Percy is also a shortened form of the name Percival....

HomeBaby Names A simple name full of character. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team The English equivalent of Peregrinus is Peregrine. The name could be related to the Portuguese surname Pereira, which also means pear tree. There is also the Italian surname Perri, which was changed to Perry in America. As a surname, records show the name Perry existing in the 16th century in East England near Essex....

HomeBaby Names A sweet yet strong feminine name that evoked a mystical feel. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team Persephone was the daughter of Demeter and Zeus. Persephone is a goddess of many names and titles. She was also called Hagne, meaning pure. Other spelling variations include Persephassa and Persephatta. Persephonealso appears in the video gameHercs Adventuresand as a fairy who sells upgrades inSkylanders: Spyros Adventure....

HomeBaby Names Ground your baby boy in values of strength and constancy. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team Peter has a rich history and cultural significance. Saint Peter, also known asSimonPeter, was a fisherman fromGalileewho became one of the twelve apostles of Jesus. The name Peter is referred to asPierrein French. There have been many fictional characters named Peter throughout literature and popular media....

HomeBaby Names An old name with a modern sound. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team As a surname, it meant Poegas town. The given name Peyton means fighting mans estate and is a variant of Patrick according to its Irish origins. The name evokes images of medieval English warriors defending their territory....

HomeBaby Names Filled with a timeless medieval charm. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team Another related meaning of the name in French is loves horses. Philippe also has a Biblical symbolism wherein its biblical meaning is warlike. Philip orPhillip, the major variation of Philippe, comes from Philippos. Philip, the predecessor of this name, was popular during medieval times....

HomeBaby Names Phoebe, a name full of grace, beauty, and light. MomJunction believes in providing reliable, research-backed information to you. However, if you find any incongruencies, feel free towrite to us. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team InGreek mythology, Phoebe was a Titan goddess associated with the moon. She was considered a symbol of light and brightness and was known for her grace and beauty. During the 17th and 18th centuries, the name was used widely in England and the American colonies....