Parry
Latin · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Parry
Parry is derived from the Old French name "Perre," itself a form of Peter, ultimately from the Latin "Petrus" meaning "stone" or "rock." The name developed through Welsh and English traditions, where it became particularly associated with Wales as a patronymic form (ap Harry/ap Henry), eventually standardized as the surname Parry.
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Etymology
Parry is derived from the Old French name "Perre," itself a form of Peter, ultimately from the Latin "Petrus" meaning "stone" or "rock." The name developed through Welsh and English traditions, where it became particularly associated with Wales as a patronymic form (ap Harry/ap Henry), eventually standardized as the surname Parry.
The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures with strong Welsh heritage, and has historical prominence in Wales dating back centuries as both a given name and surname. Notable bearers include British naval officer Edward Parry and various Welsh historical figures, though it is not tied to any particular religion.
Parry currently ranks #9,567 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1965.
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