Praise
Praise is a unisex name of English origin meaning “Worship, commendation”, pronounced PRAYZ. It ranked #2680 in the United States in 2025, given to 65 babies, and peaked at #2680 in 2025. Common nicknames: Pray, Praisy.
How popular is Praise 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 Praise mean, and where does it come from?
Praise is an English word name, from the Old French preisier, "to prize," and it belongs to the family of virtue names that is strongest today in Nigeria and among Nigerian families abroad — with Blessing, Favour, Precious and Goodluck. It is given to girls and boys alike. American records hold it from 1990, and it has risen slowly since, reaching its highest position in 2025 while remaining well outside the top thousand. The Puritans used the same kind of name for the same kind of reason.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Praise mean?
Praise is a unisex name of English origin meaning "Worship, commendation." Praise is an English word name, from the Old French preisier, "to prize," and it belongs to the family of virtue names that is strongest today in Nigeria and among Nigerian families abroad — with Blessing, Favour, Precious and Goodluck. It is given to girls and boys alike.
How do you pronounce Praise?
Praise is pronounced PRAYZ. Common variations include Praize, Prais.
Is Praise a unisex name?
Yes, Praise is traditionally a unisex name. Popular nicknames include Pray, Praisy.