Priscilla
Ancient or venerable
Latin, English
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Priscilla
“Ancient or venerable”
Name Details & Attributes
About this name
Priscilla is a beautifully vintage Latin name meaning 'ancient' or 'venerable'. Known from the New Testament, it is prim, proper, yet spunky, offering great nickname potential.
It means "Ancient or venerable." Priscilla has Latin and English origins. Priscilla has a popularity score of 75 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced prih-sil-ah. It is traditionally associated with Christianity. It is associated with themes of Biblical, Vintage and Classic. Its listed personality traits are Venerable, Spunky and Elegant. It has 3 syllables and 9 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Penelope, Cecilia and Sylvia.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Priscilla mean?
The name Priscilla means "Ancient or venerable."
What origin is the name Priscilla?
Priscilla has Latin and English origins.
Is Priscilla a boy or girl name?
Priscilla is traditionally a girl's name.
How do you pronounce Priscilla?
Priscilla is pronounced prih-sil-ah.
Is Priscilla popular?
Priscilla has a popularity score of 75 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.
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