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50 boys' names beginning with P
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Whether you're browsing baby name lists for your new arrival or want to give them a moniker starting with a specific letter, we've got 50 boys' names starting with P that could be the perfect fit for your son.
1. Pablo
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Pablo is a Spanish variation of the English name Paul, which means 'small'.
Could your son be as creative as Pablo Picasso?
2. Pacey
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Traditionally an English surname, Pacey is a variation of the French place name Passy.
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3. Paddy
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An Irish favourite, Paddy is traditionally a nickname for Patrick, although it's being used more and more as a name on its own.
4. Paisley
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This is a unisex name, which from its Scottish origin means 'church' or 'cemetery'.
5. Palmer
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The cute boys' name Palmer is of English origin, meaning 'one who holds a palm'.
6. Paolo
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Another variation of Paul is Paolo, which is a popular name in Italy.
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7. Param
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Of Indian origin, Param means 'the best' or 'supreme'.
A great choice for your baby boy who's simply the best!
8. Paris
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After the capital city of France, Paris is a unisex name made particularly popular by Paris Hilton. Its most famous masculine use is the character Count Paris in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.
9. Parker
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Of English origin, this sweet boys' name unsurprisingly means 'park-keeper'.
10. Parsa
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This would make a unique choice for your son.
Of Parsi and Islamic origin, Parsa means 'chaste' or 'devout'.
Pasha is a Russian diminutive of Pavel and links to Paul, so also means 'small'.
12. Pat
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Pat is another shorter version of Patrick, which means ...
13. Patrick
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... 'noble' from its Irish origin. What better choice for your noble new arrival?
Plus, there are plenty of stars he could take after – Patrick Swayze, Patrick Dempsey and Patrick Stewart to name a few.
14. Paul
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Ideal for your small bundle of joy! Of Latin origin, Paul means 'small'.
15. Pavel
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Pavel is a Russian variation of Paul if you fancy a name less common in the UK.
16. Pax
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Take after Angelina Jolie by naming your son Pax.
Of Latin origin, it means 'peaceful' .. we're not sure how many peaceful nights you'll be getting once he arrives though!
17. Paxton
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Paxton isn't a massively popular pick for UK parents, but its cool vibe could gain popularity.
Of Latin and English origin, it means 'peace town'.
18. Pedro
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This fun Spanish name is a variation of Peter, which means 'rock'.
19. Percival
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Of French origin, Percival is a classic name that means 'one who pierces the valley'.
Or, you might prefer the shorter version ...
20. Percy
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... Percy. It comes from the French place name Percy-en-Auge, which is in the Normandy region.
21. Perry
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Perry is of English origin, meaning 'dweller near a pear tree'.
It's another unisex option if you're after a moniker that's more gender-neutral.
Find some other gender-neutral names here.
22. Perseus
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Perseus was a son of Zeus in Greek mythology and is best known for beheading Medusa.
23. Pete
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Nicknames as first names have become quite trendy, so why not opt for the shorter version of Peter for your son?
24. Peter
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But, there's nothing wrong with the original either! Of Greek origin, Peter means 'rock'.
In Christianity, Saint Peter is the keeper of the Gates of Heaven.
25. Peyton
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Spelt Peyton or Payton, this boys' name is of English origin and means 'fighting-man's estate'.
26. Pharrell
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This might bring to mind American musician Pharrell Williams, but the name is actually of Irish origin, from the name Farrell.
It means 'a superior man' and 'heroic'.
27. Phelix
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Try an alternative spelling to the more common name Felix by spelling it with a 'Ph'.
It means 'happy' and 'fortunate'.
28. Phil
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Of Greek origin, Phil means 'lover of horses' and is of course short for ...
29. Phillip
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... Phillip.
It's fitting that Prince Phillip should have that name, considering how much the Queen loves horses!
30. Philo
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No, not like Filo pastry.
Of Greek origin, this unique boys' name means 'loving'. Awww.
31. Phineus
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Phineus and Ferb for a pair of twins, perhaps?
Although the name is associated with the cartoon, it would make a rare pick for your special son.
It's thought to be derived from the Egyptian name Pa-nehasi, which can be translated to 'the bronze-coloured one'.
32. Phoenix
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The powerful name is of Greek origin.
Phoenix can either mean 'dark red' or be associated with the mythical bird.
33. Pierce
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Pierce is a traditional English name, meaning 'son of Piers'.
Piers means 'rock'.
34. Pierre
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Pierre is a French variation of Peter, so could make a nice nod to the country or a French ancestry.
35. Piotr
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The Russian variation of Peter is Piotr, which can also be spelt Pyotr.
36. Pippin
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Pippin is a chirpy German name, meaning 'awe-inspiring'. A perfect name for Lord of the Rings fans!
37. Platon
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Platon is a boys' name related to the Greek name Plato and means 'broad-shouldered'.
Plato was a very famous Greek philosopher – will your son be as wise?
38. Porter
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Your baby boy Porter is sure to keep you safe.
Of Latin origin, it means 'gatekeeper'.
39. Poseidon
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Poseidon was the Greek god of the sea ... could your little one with the same name be a water baby?
40. Powell
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Powell means 'son of Howell' from its English origin.
It's usually heard of as a surname, but we reckon you could jump on the trend by making this a first name.
41. Pranav
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Pranav is of Hindi origin, meaning 'primordial'.
A great choice if you're expecting your first son.
42. Praneel
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Of Indian origin, this is another name for Lord Shiva, who is one of the key gods in Hinduism.
43. Prentice
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It won't surprise you to learn that Prentice means 'apprentice'.
Nice 'n' easy to remember!
44. Prescott
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Of English origin, Prescott means 'priest's cottage'.
It's a name that's usually behind another, but it makes a lovely choice for first name, too.
45. Presley
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Calling all Elvis fans!
Of English origin, Presley means 'priest's meadow'.
46. Preston
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Hmm, we can see a trend with these names beginning with 'Pres' ...
Of English origin, Preston means 'priest's estate'.
47. Prince
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Well, if you're expecting a little prince to arrive (or if you're just a big fan of the musician), it makes sense to name him Prince.
48. Princeton
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Why not extend the name Prince to Princeton, which means 'princely town'.
49. Prosper
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Another name that's self-explanatory is Prosper.
Live long and prosper, indeed!
50. Pryce
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This Welsh name can also be spelt Price, and means 'son of Rhys'.
You can't get a more ideal choice if the baby's dad's name is Rhys!
The Penguin Book of Baby Names by David Pickering has over 5000 names to browse in an easy-to-read A-Z format. See more details here at Amazon.
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