Percell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Percell originates from Old French and is derived from 'Perceval', meaning 'to pierce the valley'. It evolved through historical forms such as Perceval and Percival. The name is associated with traits of bravery and nobility from its Arthurian roots. There is no direct biblical relevance to the name. Percell gained popularity during the medieval period as tales of chivalry flourished, and it continues to be perceived as a unique and sophisticated name today.
The name Percell is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Percell has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Percell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2379th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1835th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1845th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3365th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6816th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18390th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Percell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Percell"
Pronunciation
/pərˈsɛl/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Percell is derived from the Old French name 'Perceval', which means 'to pierce the valley'. The name is associated with the legendary figure of Sir Percival, a knight of the Round Table in Arthurian legend, known for his quest for the Holy Grail.
Meaning
to pierce the valley
Language Evolution
Perceval, Percival, Percell
Historical Usage
The name Percell gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly in England, due to the influence of Arthurian legends and the romanticization of chivalric tales.
Variants & Derivatives
Percy, Percival, Perceval
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, the name Percell is less common but may be viewed as unique and sophisticated. It carries a sense of historical depth and connection to chivalry.
Famous People
Percell A. Smith, American musician, Percell D. Smith, American actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Percell"
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 "Percell"
"Percell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2379th of 7545 | 188 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1835th of 6773 | 284 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1845th of 7552 | 346 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3365th of 10718 | 148 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6816th of 16616 | 82 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18390th of 24088 | 16 |
Regional Popularity of "Percell" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
51.94% 1229th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
46.07% 1084th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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40.59% 1158th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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50.88% 1790th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Percell" 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 "Percell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Percell" 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.