NAME PROFILE
Prentis
Derived from Gaelic roots meaning slender or fair; this name represents a person who is graceful, quick-witted, and radiates a charming, youthful energy.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,260 |
| Gender | Male (7% / 93%) |
| Peak year | 1929 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 1991 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Irish, English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
MS — 53%LA — 35%AL — 6%MI — 6%OR — 0%
Notable People
Kellin Quinn (Lead singer of the band Sleeping with Sirens) · Kellin Deglan (Professional baseball catcher for the Canadian national team) · Kellin Pelrine (Advanced AI researcher and professional Go player) · Kellin McCann (Prominent digital illustrator and concept artist) · Kellin Christensen (Actor and reality television personality)
Nicknames & Diminutives
KellyKellsy
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