Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
percy
Proper Noun
/ˈpɜːrsi/
Definition
A male given name, often used as a short form of Percival or other variants.
Examples
- Percy is a popular name in literature, often associated with noble characters.
- My friend’s full name is Percival, but everyone calls him Percy.
- In the movie, Percy was portrayed as a courageous hero.
Meaning
The name Percy is derived from the Old French name ‘Perceval’, which means ‘pierces the valley’ or ‘to pierce through’, symbolizing a strong and determined character.
Synonyms
- Perceval
- Pearce
