Names Starting With P
GirlScottish#47 in 2025
Paisley
Paisley is a girls' name of Scottish origin meaning “Church or cemetery clearing.” It ranked #47 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
PAYZ-lee
meaning & origin
The name Paisley means “Church or cemetery clearing.” It comes from the Scottish language tradition.
Originally a place name from the town of Paisley, Scotland. The town lent its name to the famous teardrop textile pattern, giving this name a strong association with artistry and bohemian style.
popularity over time
#552020
#522021
#502022
#482023
#472024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #47 |
| 2023 | #48 |
| 2022 | #50 |
| 2021 | #52 |
| 2020 | #55 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Paisley
- Brad Paisley
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