A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Pascale since 1960
Babies named Pascale per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 95 |
| 1970s | 124 |
| 1980s | 117 |
| 1990s | 120 |
| 2000s | 88 |
| 2010s | 72 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Pascale, the French feminine form of Pascal, emerged in U.S. records in 1960 and reached its peak popularity in 1973. Though it has not ranked in recent decades, its trajectory has been rising since 2022, suggesting a possible revival. The name has roots in the Latin 'Paschalis,' connecting it to Easter and the Hebrew 'Pesach' for Passover. Its sound fits well with other French-style names like Camille and Dominique. As a name that was most popular in the 1970s and is now climbing again, Pascale offers a vintage yet fresh choice for parents seeking a distinctive name with religious and cultural significance.
Pascale is the French feminine form of Pascal, derived from the Latin 'Paschalis', itself from 'Pascha' (Easter), which comes from the Hebrew 'Pesach' (Passover). The name has been used in France since the Middle Ages, often given to girls born during the Easter season. It saw a notable revival in the 1970s, as evidenced by its peak popularity in the United States in 1973.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Pacale, Pascaline
Variants: Pascal, Pascaline, Paschale
Sibling names for Pascale
Names that share Pascale's style, for a brother or sister.
