Priest
Priest Meaning & Origin
About Priest
The name "Priest" is a surname of English origin derived from the Old English word "preost," meaning "priest." It was originally used as an occupational name for someone who held the position of a priest in the Christian church. The name signifies a person who was involved in religious duties, such as performing religious ceremonies, offering spiritual guidance, and administering sacraments within the community. Today, the name "Priest" is often used as a surname, reflecting an ancestral connection to the clergy or a historical association with the church.
Name Popularity
Gender Distribution
Most individuals with the name Priest are male.
Priest Popularity Trends
The popularity of the name has increased by 7.32% over the past year.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Priest in Braille
Here's how to represent Priest in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
How to Spell the Name Priest in American Sign Language (ASL)
The image below shows how you can spell Priest using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
