Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈpæɹ.ɪʃ/, /ˈpɛɹ.ɪʃ/  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Originally denoted a person who came from the French city of Paris, which got its name from the ancient Celtic tribe known as the Parisii.

Related Names

RootParis (place name)
VariantsParis, Parris, Parrish
Other Languages & CulturesParis, Parris(French) Parisi(Italian)
Same SpellingParish 2

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Entry updated December 14, 2019