Perceval
Meaning of Perceval
Perceval is a male name with English origins. It is pronounced as PUR-suh-vuhl (/ˈpɜrsəvəl/). The variation Percival is also commonly used. This name has been given to a small number of newborns in the United States, with 5 occurrences in 2019, ranking at 12,126. Perceval carries an air of chivalry and bravery due to its association with the legendary Knight of the Round Table in Arthurian legend. It exudes a sense of adventure and strength, making it a unique and captivating choice for parents seeking a distinctively powerful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as PUR-suh-vuhl (/ˈpɜrsəvəl/)
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Notable People Named Perceval
| Perceval Landon (1869–1927) was an English writer, traveller, and journalist, known for his classic ghost story "Thurnley Abbey". |
| Perceval Gibbon was a renowned author and journalist known for his short stories with ironic twists, and he had a significant influence on later South African authors. |
| Charles Louis Perceval de Loriol was a Swiss paleontologist and stratigraphist. |
