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Paris

Name Meaning:

Name of a Trojan prince in Greek mythology whose abduction of Helen sparked the Trojan War. Also the capital city of France (named after the Parisii tribe). Meaning uncertain.

Noteable Namesakes

Paris (Mythological Figure - Male); Paris, France; Paris Hilton (Socialite - Female); Paris Jackson (Model - Female); Paris Berelc (Actress - Female)

Origin

Greek

Popularity

US: #350 (Female), Unranked (Male), UK: #315 (Female), Unranked (Male)

Variations/Nicknames

Par; Parry

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