| Meaning | one who pierces the valley |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Per-cy |
Percy is a charming and timeless name of English origin, with a history that can be traced back centuries. The name's roots lie in the Old French word "percer," meaning "to pierce" or "to penetrate," and it has evolved into the beloved name we know today.
Parents choosing the name Percy for their baby boy are drawn to its vintage allure and its connection to renowned literary and historical figures. The name gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and has maintained a sense of classic elegance ever since.
One of the notable fictional characters sharing this name is Percy Jackson, the beloved hero of Rick Riordan's popular book series, capturing the hearts of readers worldwide. Additionally, Percy Bysshe Shelley, the esteemed English poet, lends an air of artistic distinction to the name.
The name Percy exudes a sense of strength, creativity, and intelligence. It carries a touch of sophistication while remaining approachable and friendly. Its versatility makes it suitable for boys of various personalities and backgrounds.
Choosing Percy as a name for your baby boy bestows upon him a timeless and distinguished moniker, connecting him to a rich heritage of literature, art, and history. Whether he becomes an adventurer, a scholar, an athlete, or an artist, Percy is a name that will stand the test of time, accompanying him on his journey through life.
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| Percy Bysshe Shelley | English poet |
| Percy Sledge | American soul singer |
| Percy Harvin | American football player |
| Percy Williams | Canadian Olympic sprinter |
| Percy Lavon Julian | African-American chemist and pioneer in synthetic drugs |
| Percy Montgomery | South African rugby player |
| Percy Cerutty | Australian athletics coach |
| Percy Rodriguez | Canadian actor and voice artist |
| Percy Kilbride | American actor, known for his role in the "Ma and Pa Kettle" film series |
| Percy Faith | Canadian bandleader and composer |
| Percy Metcalfe | English sculptor and coin designer |
| Percy Beard | American track and field athlete and coach |
| Percy W. Bridgman | American physicist and Nobel laureate |
| Percy Aldridge Grainger | Australian-born composer and pianist |
| Percy MacKaye | American dramatist and poet |
| Percy Helton | American character actor |
| Percy Hynes White | Canadian actor |
| Percy Marmont | English stage and film actor |
| Percy Knauth | American football player |
| Percy Brandt | South African cricketer |
| Percy Weasley | From the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling |
| Percy Jackson | From the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series by Rick Riordan |
| Percy Blakeney | Also known as the Scarlet Pimpernel in the novel by Baroness Orczy |
| Percy Wetmore | From the film "The Green Mile" based on Stephen King's book |
| Percy Daggs III | From the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Percy Hapgood | From the TV series "Boardwalk Empire" |
| Percy Darling | From the novel "The Imperfectionists" by Tom Rachman |
| Percy Toplis | From the novel "The Monocled Mutineer" by William Allison and John Fairley |
| Percy Covington | From the TV series "The Walking Dead" |
| Percy Nilegaard | From the TV series "Lilyhammer" |
| Percy McLeach | From the film "The Rescuers Down Under" |
| Percy Westerman | From the novel "Biggles" by W. E. Johns |
| Percy Thronger | From the novel "Tess of the D'Urbervilles" by Thomas Hardy |
| Percy Quincy | From the TV series "Dynasty" |
| Percy Alleline | From the film "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy" based on John le Carré's novel |
| Percy Darby | From the TV series "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles" |
| Percy Thrower | From the TV series "The Good Life" - known as "Good Neighbors" in the US |