Prior - Name meaning, Popularity, Personality, and More

Prior name Meaning and Dictionary

Name

Prior

Name Meaning

"Prior" One who is the head of the monastery, One who is the head of the monastery.

Definition

The head of a religious order; in an abbey the prior is next below the abbot
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Pronunciations

p-r-AY-er
prahy-er
pri-or

IPA Notation

pɹajˈɚ

Syllable

Prior Syllable count: There are 2 syllables in the name Prior
Divide Prior into syllables: pri-or
Stressed syllable in Prior: pri-or

Prior Overview and Analysis

Prior Gender statistics

The name Prior is typically used for Boys. Its a Masculine name with clear gender identification.

Popularity of the name Prior

The name Prior is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 103,280th most popular name in the Namedary database.

Country-Specific Popularity and Ranking of the Name Emma
Country	In-Country Rank	Population Share
Canada	58,022	0%
United States	93,838	0%
United Kingdom	93,838	0%
Australia	99,668	0%
New Zealand	114,381	0%

Where to find Prior?

The name Prior is predominantly found in Canada (CA), particularly in the state of Alberta (AL), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.

Prior Usage Trend Over Time

In recent years, the trend of using the name Prior has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Prior was most used in 2009 with a usage rate of 100%. It was least used in 2009 with a usage rate of 100%.

To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.
The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.

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Names with a Similar Sound to Prior

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Two Syllable Names Similar to Prior

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Names starting with P

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Prior in Chinese

Translation: 普廖尔
Pronunce: (PinYin) : pǔ Liào ěr

Prior in Numerology

Prior: Name to Numerology Conversion
P	R	I	O	R
		9	6
7	9			9

Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):

Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 6
Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 7
Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 4

Conclusions about the name Prior

Should you named your son Prior?

According to the gender statistics, the name Prior is strongly associated with boys. This is because the name Prior is most commonly given to boys. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Prior is a boy.

Prior is a gender-appropriate name for a son. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a daughter.

Is Prior a good name?

The name Prior strike a harmonious balance between being easy to pronounce and possessing a touch of personality. The name Prior offer a pleasing cadence and a hint of individuality, making them a popular choice for parents.

What are the Pros and Cons of the name Prior?

Pros of the name Prior:

Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
May not become dated: If Prior has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Prior is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.