Meaning: Possibly pierce the valley
The story
An Arthurian name shaped by the medieval poet Chrétien de Troyes. It may contain French words for piercing a valley, or reflect the Welsh name Peredur; the origin is debated.
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Uncommon
Outside the US top 1,000.
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Origins
Percival comes from English and French.
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