Derived from a Scottish place and surname; also names a distinctive fabric pattern
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Paisley
A surname and place-name associated with Paisley, Scotland
Meaning
Paisley is a modern English feminine name derived from a Scottish surname associated with the town of Paisley near Glasgow. The place-name's ultimate origin is uncertain, although one proposed explanation connects it with the Latin word basilica, meaning a church or large public building. Paisley is also the name of a decorative teardrop-shaped pattern that became widely known through textile production associated with the Scottish town. This gives the name an artistic and design-related association, although the pattern name comes from the place rather than being the original meaning of the personal name. At Baby Name Care, Paisley is presented as a distinctive modern choice with Scottish place-name heritage and a creative, fashionable character.
Origin & Background
The name Paisley is associated with Scottish surname, Derived from the name of a town near Glasgow, Scotland.
Cultural / Religious associations
Pronunciation
PAYZ-lee
/ˈpeɪz.li/
Numerology
Pythagorean
6
Chaldean
4
Lucky Number
6
Name Style
Variations
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