Percy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Percy Name at a Glance

Name	Percy
Meaning	Diminutive of Percival: Pierces the valley.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Percy Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Percy means “Diminutive of Percival: Pierces the valley”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Percy Name Origin

Our database records Percy under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Percy a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Percy is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Percy

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