Pascal
Pascal is a Christian boy name of Latin, via French origin, meaning “Of Easter”.
| Meaning | Of Easter |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via French |
| Pronunciation | pas-KAL |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany |
Meaning and origin of Pascal
Pascal comes from Latin paschalis, 'of Easter', from pascha, the Greek and Latin form of the Hebrew pesach, Passover. It was traditionally given to boys born around Easter. Saint Paschal Baylon, a sixteenth-century Spanish friar, and several popes named Paschal spread it in Catholic Europe. The French mathematician and philosopher Blaise Pascal is its most famous bearer, and a unit of pressure and a programming language are named after him.
Is Pascal a Christian name?
Pascal is a Christian name linked to Easter, the feast of the Resurrection, and ultimately to the Jewish Passover.
How popular is Pascal?
A common name in French-speaking countries, less so elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pascal mean?
Pascal means 'Of Easter'. It is of Latin, via French origin.
Is Pascal a Christian name?
Pascal is a Christian name linked to Easter, the feast of the Resurrection, and ultimately to the Jewish Passover.
How do you pronounce Pascal?
Pascal is pronounced pas-KAL.
Is Pascal a boy or girl name?
Pascal is usually a boy name.