Persis
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- From Persia
- Origin
- Greek
Persis Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 567 baby girls have been named Persis. The name peaked in 1918 with 19 US births that year (rank #2015).
Top States for Persis
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Persis births are: Massachusetts (10).
Other Greek-Origin Names Like Persis
If you like Persis's Greek origin, consider these related names: Abdera, Abderus, Absyrtus, Abydos, Acantha. Browse all Greek names →
6-Letter Names Starting with P
Names with Persis's exact length and starting letter: Pachua, Padarn, Padric, Paeivi, Paella.
Quick Facts About Persis
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Compare Persis to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Persis against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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