Pesach

Q: What is the origin of Pesach?

Pesach is of Hebrew origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Pesach a boy name?

Pesach is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Passover"

Pesach is a Hebrew name identical to the Passover festival term, used in Jewish communities with strong liturgical associations.

Themes:hebrewfestivalbiblicalreligious

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Popularity History of Pesach

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#8139Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Pesach did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Pesach Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Pesach.

9 ideas

pesy

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pesa

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sach

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sacy

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pie

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achy

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Baby Name Lists That Include Pesach

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Pesach, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Pesach mean?

Pesach means "Passover". Pesach is a Hebrew name identical to the Passover festival term, used in Jewish communities with strong liturgical assoc

What is the origin of Pesach?

Pesach is of Hebrew origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Pesach?

According to the latest SSA data, Pesach is currently ranked #8139 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Pesach a boy name?

Pesach is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Pesach?

Popular nicknames for Pesach include pesy, pesa, sach, sacy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Pesach?

There are many names similar to Pesach in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew

Syllables2

Length6 letters

US Rank#8139

Trend→ Stable

Starts withP

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abe Arron Aaden Avraham Ammon

Sisters

Ann Anita Alisha Abbie Annmarie

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