Paris

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Today, Paris is a popular, familiar name (popularity 71/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

The name Paris originates from Greek mythology, where Paris was the prince of Troy whose abduction of Helen led to the Trojan War. The name itself is derived from the Greek word 'pēra', meaning 'wallet' or 'purse'. Over time, the name has been used in various cultures and has gained popularity as a given name for both males and females, though it is more commonly female in modern usage.