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Picking out a name for the baby is one thing that an expectant or a new mother could be excited about. Baby girl names starting with P are melodic and carry some amazing personality traits. However, selecting the apt name for a newborn can’t be easy when you are spoilt for choice. Naming a newborn is a significant social event, marking a crucial ritual in society. Names play a vital role in shaping a person's identity, as they transform individuals from "anybodies" into "somebodies"(1). Additionally, names contribute to connecting a new child with their family's identity, as the act of naming establishes ties and relationships within a family. This emphasizes the significant role names play in forming one's sense of self and familial belonging. But if you can consider shortlisting a letter, the name game can get a lot easier. P, in our opinion, is a wonderful option for baby girls. The letter P brings with it a combination of order, reason, common sense, and talent. Your daughter could enjoy success and is likely to surround herself with influential and gifted people who can help her understand the world better. She’ll even love learning and will joyfully express everything she’s learned to others. However, the conflict between creativity and desire for order will make them contradict themselves sometimes, especially during their teenage years. So you’ll need to guide your daughter whenever she’s confronted with conflict of any kind. Whether you like stylish names such as Penny or sparkling monikers such as Phoebe and Paul, this post suggests you take a look at our baby name tool. We’ve listed hundreds of pleasant and beautiful baby girl names starting with the letter P. You may shortlist names that appeal to your senses and pick the best one for your little bundle of joy.
| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
|  Girl | A fragrant and beautiful flower | |
| Girl | An eyelid; Enthusiastic and cheerful | |
| Girl | The palm tree | |
| Girl | An idealistic, creative, and imaginative person | |
| Girl | One who is filled with purity and serenity | |
| Girl | Little; Humble; From the name Pauline; A variant of Paula | |
| Girl | Frenchwoman; A free person | |
| Girl | A puss*cat; A lovely person | |
| Girl | A practical, logical, and dignified person | |
|  Unisex | Of Easter | |
| Unisex | Earth; Nature | |
| Girl | One who accepts the challenge and is talented | |
| Girl | One who endures with courage; Patient | |
| Girl | Tranquil; Peaceful | |
| Unisex | Peaceful; Tranquil | |
| Girl | A free person with a sensitive nature | |
| Girl | Wreath of stanzas | |
| Unisex | Bald | |
| Girl | Little page; Servant; Helper | |
| Girl | A magical and rare phenomenon | |
| Girl | Like a flower; Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi; A variant of Padmini | |
| Girl | Lotus; Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | A beautiful and precious gem called Ruby | |
| Girl | One who resides in a Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | One who resides in a Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | One who was born from a Lotus; One who resides in a Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | Lotus Bud; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | One with beautiful eyes like Lotus | |
| Girl | Flower of Goddess Laxmi; the Lotus flower | |
| Girl | The vast lake of Lotuses | |
| Girl | House of Lotus; One who was born from lotus; One who resides in a Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | Lotus-eyed; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | One who has eyes like Lotus | |
| Girl | One with feet like Lotus | |
| Girl | Goddess Laxmi | |
| Unisex | A serene Lotus flower; filled with purity | |
| Girl | Self-assertive with lotus shaped eyes | |
| Girl | One who is born with lotus-shaped eyes | |
| Girl | Eyes like Lotus; one who is pretty | |
| Girl | One who is in love with the Lotus flower | |
| Girl | Name of Lord Venketeshwara's wife | |
| Girl | One with Lotus-like lines on her palm; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | Divine Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | One who resides under the Lotus flower | |
| Girl | One who possesses Lotus | |
| Girl | One who is full of lotuses | |
| Girl | Lotus Pond; One who resides in a Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| Girl | Bread; one who is the provider; to nourish | |
| Girl | Royal; Little Patrician; Little Noble | |
| Unisex | Rural; Country dweller | |
| Unisex | A beautiful pageant | |
| Girl | A beautiful beginning; The start | |
| Unisex | A lost white brother; filled with wisdom and action | |
| Girl | One who is the ancient unit of time in India; guard | |
| Girl | Little bird | |
| Girl | One who smells like a Lotus flower | |
| Girl | One who can understand society and life | |
| Unisex | Young helper; Little boy | |
| Girl | One who tames whales; very social person | |
| Girl | Patterned fabric; From Paisley; Man of the church | |
| Girl | Church; Cemetery | |
| Girl | Church | |
| Unisex | Peace | |
| Unisex | One who is a villager or a warrior | |
| Girl | Warriors town | |
| Girl | Born during daylight; God of the Sun | |
| Girl | A wonderful day; A beautiful beginning | |
| Girl | A church; A pattern used in textile design | |
| Girl | A colorful and intricate pattern used in textiles | |
| Unisex | A pond of Lotus; lotus feet | |
| Girl | A cat; Intelligent; Quick minded | |
| Girl | A pure and affectionate individual | |
| Girl | One who is pure and fond of music | |
| Girl | A beautiful bird; sweet singing | |
| Girl | A gentle female bird | |
| Girl | It means side; the phases of the moon | |
| Girl | Dove which is a symbol of peace | |
| Girl | A pure and serene individual | |
| Unisex | Independent and happy-go-lucky individual | |
| Girl | The fighter kite | |
| Girl | One who is on the right path; Birdlike | |
| Girl | A sweet singing bird | |
| Girl | Every fortnight; insightful person | |
| Girl | One with an innocent face | |
| Girl | A Deer jumping downhill; intelligent | |
| Unisex | Like a guardian; water; Near an upland meadow | |
| Girl | White; Bright; Pure; Luminant | |
| Unisex | Idealists who are compassionate; Palm tree | |
| Girl | Determined individual; a couch | |
| Girl | Foreign Women; Hawaiian variant of Barbara | |
| Girl | A tree; Flame of the forest; A flower's name | |
| Girl | A glorious, serious, and small being | |
| Girl | A beautiful and majestic flower | |
| Unisex | A region in the Middle East | |
| Unisex | One with the pale eyes | |
| Girl | One who has a lot of power and strength | |
| Girl | A rare and small bird | |
| Girl | Flower | |
| Girl | One with merit and is a hard worker | |
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Baby girl names starting with P encompass a wide range of beautiful and meaningful choices. For parents who seek names that evoke strength, elegance, or playfulness, the pool of P names presents a myriad of possibilities to suit various tastes and preferences. Nevertheless, baby girl names starting with P grant an opportunity for parents to bestow their daughters with charming and memorable appellations that will accompany them throughout their lives. However, research more about the name that appeals to you to make sure it doesn’t have any negative connotation in other cultures.
Infographic: Precious Names With The Letter P
Baby girl names starting with the letter P often carry cultural roots and add a meaningful touch to a child’s identity. From classic and timeless options to more unique and contemporary choices, these names have a special charm that sets them apart. Check out this infographic for some adorable names, and bestow your favorite one on your cute little daughter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are there any traditional baby girl names that start with the letter P?
There are numerous baby girl names rooted in tradition. Some of them are Penelope (Greek name meaning threads, face), Patricia (English name meaning nobleman), Priya (Indian name meaning beloved), Paloma (Spanish name meaning dove), Pearl (English name from pearl), Phoebe (Greek name meaning bright, pure), Petra (German name meaning stone), Pilar (Spanish name meaning pillar), and Prudence (English name meaning prudent, wise, skilled).
2. What modern and unique baby girl names start with the letter P?
Baby girl names like Paisley (church), Piper (person who plays on a pipe), Peyton (a habitational name), and Prairie (meadow) are modern and distinctive names starting with P.
3. What are some baby girl names starting with P and inspired by celebrities or famous women?
There are several celebrity-inspired baby girl names, including Penelope (Penelope Cruz), Portia (Portia de Rossi), Pauline (Paul Walker or Paul McCartney), Presley and Priscilla (Priscilla Presley), Phoebe (Phoebe Waller-Bridge), and Pippa (Pippa Middleton). Other names from P inspired by famous women are Pocahontas (inspired by the name of a prominent Native American woman), Patience (inspired by Dame Patience Faka Jonathan), Patti (from Patti Smith), and Peggy (from the Marvel fictional character Peggy Carter).
4. Are there any unisex names that start with the letter P?
Yes, the names Parker (keeper of the park), Peyton (a place name), Phoenix (an immortal bird meaning dark red), Presley (priest clearing), and Paris (name of a Greek prince or name of the French capital) are unisex and can be used for both baby girls and boys.
5. What are some creative middle names for girls starting with P?
Some creative middle names for girls starting with P are Jade (name of a precious stone), Bliss (a cheerful person), Winter (name of the season), Nova (new), Aurora (dawn), and Celeste (of the sky, heavenly).
References
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- Names Have Meaning: A Research Guide for Baby Names and Family Names
https://www.nypl.org/blog/2015/06/01/names-research-guide
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