Priscila
Meaning of Priscila
Priscila is a feminine name with origins in the Latin language. It is a variation of the name Priscilla and has multiple pronunciations across different languages. In American English and British English, it is pronounced as prih-SEE-luh (/prɪˈsiːlə/). In Portuguese, it is pronounced as pree-SEE-lah (/pri:ˈsil.ɑ/), while in Spanish it is also pronounced as pree-SEE-lah (/pri:ˈsi.la/).
The name Priscila has been used for baby girls in the United States of America for several decades. It has maintained moderate popularity over the years, with fluctuations in rank and occurrences. In recent years, it has ranked around 2000th to 2400th most popular name for newborn girls. However, it's worth noting that popularity can vary by year and location.
Priscila carries an elegant and timeless charm, making it a beautiful choice for parents seeking a classic yet distinctive name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as pree-SEE-lah (/pri:ˈsi.la/)
Portuguese
- Pronunced as pree-SEE-lah (/pri:ˈsil.ɑ/)
British English
- Pronunced as prih-SEE-luh (/prɪˈsi:lə/)
American English
- Pronunced as prih-SEE-luh (/prɪˈsiːlə/)
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Notable People Named Priscila
| Priscila Cachoeira Gomes Da Silva is a Brazilian female mixed martial arts fighter who competes in the Flyweight division in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. |
| Priscila Fantin de Freitas is a Brazilian actress known for her work in television and film. |
| Priscila Perales is a multi-talented Mexican personality who achieved success as a beauty queen, actress, author, and model. |
| Priscila Machado is a Brazilian TV host, model, and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Brazil 2011 and placed 2nd Runner-Up in Miss Universe 2011. |
| Priscila Krause Branco is a Brazilian journalist and politician affiliated with Cidadania, currently serving as the vice-governor of Pernambuco, with a background as a state deputy and city councilor of Recife, and the daughter of former politician Gustavo Krause. |
| Priscila Senna, also known as Priscila, is a Brazilian singer and songwriter known for her work in the brega and música sertaneja genres. |
| Priscila Sol is a Brazilian actress known for her work in film and television. |
| Priscila Oliveira Heldes is a Brazilian female volleyball player known for her role as a setter on the Brazil women's national volleyball team. |
| Priscila Faria de Oliveira is a Brazilian women's international footballer known for her midfield play and her appearances in the 1999 and 2003 FIFA Women's World Cup as a member of the Brazil women's national football team. |
