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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Relating to Easter, from Late Latin paschalis
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- pass-KAL
Pascal is a boy's name with roots in Latin, coming from the Late Latin word paschalis, meaning relating to Easter. It's pronounced pass-KAL (IPA /pæˈskæl/). If you want a name with one clear, specific meaning rather than something vague, Pascal fits that bill.
Meaning & Origin of Pascal
Meaning: Relating to Easter, from Late Latin paschalis.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Pascal
pass-KALIPA /pæˈskæl/
Popularity of Pascal
Pascal hit its high point in 1910, ranking #851 with 14 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had slipped to #2773 on the SSA list, even though the actual count of babies named Pascal rose to 47.
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FAQ
What does the name Pascal mean?
Relating to Easter, from Late Latin paschalis. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Pascal?
Pascal is pronounced pass-KAL (IPA: /pæˈskæl/).
Is Pascal a popular name right now?
Pascal peaked at #851 in 1910 and is ranked #2773 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1889–2024.)
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