Find out how popular the first name Parys has been for the last 33 years (from 1991 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Parys by gender

Based on the last 33 years of data, Parys is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 98% of people named Parys being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 15 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Parys.

The history of the first name Parys

The name Parys has its origins in the ancient Greek language. It is derived from the Greek word 'pyr,' meaning fire or flame. The name was likely first used to describe someone with a fiery personality or a connection to fire, such as a blacksmith or metalworker.

In Greek mythology, there are a few references to characters with similar names. For example, Pyracmon was a son of the god Everes and the nymph Nymphe. However, there is no direct historical record of the name Parys being used in ancient Greek texts or scriptures.

The earliest recorded use of the name Parys dates back to the 15th century in France. It is believed to have been introduced to the region by Greek scholars or travelers during the Renaissance period. One of the first known individuals with this name was Parys de la Brosse, a French nobleman born in 1479.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals named Parys. In the 16th century, Parys Bordone was an Italian Renaissance painter known for his portraits and religious works. He lived from around 1500 to 1571.

In the 18th century, Parys Mitchell was a British architect and surveyor who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Foundling Hospital. He was active from 1719 to 1794.

During the 19th century, Parys Hayter was a British painter and illustrator. He is best known for his illustrations in books by Charles Dickens and other literary works. Hayter lived from 1792 to 1871.

In the early 20th century, Parys Emerson was an American actress and vaudeville performer. She was born in 1888 and appeared in several Broadway productions and silent films.

More recently, Parys Lapper is a British artist and sculptor known for her work exploring disability and body image. She was born in 1982 and her sculpture, Alison Lapper Pregnant, was displayed on the fourth plinth in Trafalgar Square in London.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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