Persis
Meaning of Persis
Persis is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has Greek origins and can be pronounced as PEHR-sees (/ˈpɛr.siːs/) in Greek or PUR-sis (/ˈpɜr.sɪs/) in English. The name Persis has a variation, Persia.
Although not very common, Persis has been used as a name for girls in the United States. In recent years, it has seen a slight increase in popularity. In 2019, there were 6 occurrences of the name Persis, ranking at 13,772. In previous years, it ranked between 5,000 to 15,000 in terms of occurrence.
The name Persis carries an air of elegance and sophistication. It is associated with strength and independence, making it an empowering choice for your little one. With its unique sound and rich history, Persis is sure to make your daughter stand out from the crowd.
Pronunciation
Greek
- Pronunced as PEHR-sees (/ˈpɛr.siːs/)
English
- Pronunced as PUR-sis (/ˈpɜr.sɪs/)
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Notable People Named Persis
| Persis Maryam Karim is an American poet, essayist, editor, and educator known for her focus on the Iranian diaspora and their complex histories and identities. |
| Persis Khambatta was an Indian actress, model, and beauty pageant titleholder, best remembered for her role as Lieutenant Ilia in the feature film Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979). |
| Persis Goodale Thurston Taylor was a renowned painter and sketch artist. |
