Pascal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Pascal originates from the Latin 'Paschalis', meaning 'Easter', reflecting its connection to the holiday. It evolved through various forms from Latin to Old French and has been used since the Middle Ages, gaining popularity in Christian contexts. The name is associated with positive traits like intelligence and creativity, and while it has biblical relevance, it is not directly mentioned in the scriptures. Notable figures include Blaise Pascal and Pascal Lamy.
The name Pascal is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Pascal has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Pascal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1459th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1822nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2019th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2276th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2518th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3633rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3366th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Pascal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pascal"
Pronunciation
/pɑːsˈkæl/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Pascal is derived from the Latin name 'Paschalis', which means 'of Easter' or 'related to Easter'. It is commonly associated with the Jewish Passover.
Meaning
Easter
Language Evolution
Paschalis (Latin), Pascalis (Late Latin), Pascal (Old French)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Christian Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly due to its connection with the celebration of Easter.
Variants & Derivatives
Pasquale, Pascale, Pascaline
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Pascal is perceived as a classic and sophisticated name, often associated with intelligence and creativity. It is used in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking countries.
Famous People
Blaise Pascal, a renowned French mathematician, physicist, and philosopher., Pascal Lamy, a prominent French politician and former Director-General of the World Trade Organization.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pascal"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Pascal"
"Pascal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1459th of 7545 | 401 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1822nd of 6773 | 287 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2019th of 7552 | 300 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2276th of 10718 | 280 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2518th of 16616 | 397 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3633rd of 24088 | 414 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3366th of 23106 | 404 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Pascal" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
61.35% 846th/1379 |
65.22% 1543rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
59.55% 1447th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
35.14% 1224th/3483 |
- |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
35.35% 1582nd/4475 |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
40.18% 2538th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
- |
35.59% 2656th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
62.77% 4282nd/6822 |
34.07% 2138th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Pascal" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Pascal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pascal" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.