Paris
Paris is a girl name of Greek origin meaning “Trojan prince, French capital”, pronounced PAIR-iss. It ranked #592 in the United States in 2025, given to 497 babies, and peaked at #157 in 2004. Common nicknames: Pari, Rissy.
How popular is Paris in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Paris mean, and where does it come from?
Paris is two things at once. In Homer it is the Trojan prince whose abduction of Helen starts the war — a man's name, and the name of a city in Texas, Ontario and Illinois as well as France. The French capital takes its name from the Parisii, a Gaulish tribe, and has nothing to do with the prince. As a girls' name in the United States it entered the top thousand in 1985 and peaked in 2004, at the height of Paris Hilton's fame; it remains far more often given to girls than boys.
How is Paris used around the world?
Paris is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 6+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Paris?
Famous People Named Paris
- Paris Hilton — American businesswoman and media personality
- Paris Jackson — American model and actress
- Paris Paloma — English singer and songwriter
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Paris mean?
Paris is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Trojan prince, French capital." Paris is two things at once. In Homer it is the Trojan prince whose abduction of Helen starts the war — a man's name, and the name of a city in Texas, Ontario and Illinois as well as France.
How do you pronounce Paris?
Paris is pronounced PAIR-iss. Common variations include París, Parris, Parisa.
Is Paris a girl name?
Yes, Paris is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Pari, Rissy.