Declining since 2007.
Popularity of Priseis since 2005
Babies named Priseis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 73 |
| 2010s | 76 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Priseis is a modern invention that first entered U.S. birth records in 2005, likely inspired by the Homeric name Briseis. Its usage peaked in 2008, when it saw its highest number of births, before entering a steady decline; by 2025, it had fallen from that peak for nearly two decades. The name has not ranked among the top 1000 and remains a rare choice, with no single state showing concentrated popularity. Its uncertain meaning and mythological echo give it a literary, somewhat exotic feel, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive but familiar-sounding name.
Priseis appears to be a modern respelling of Briseis, a name from Homer's Iliad. In Greek mythology, Briseis was a Trojan woman captured by Achilles. The name's ultimate origin is uncertain, and its modern usage may also draw phonetic similarity to names like Priscilla. It first appeared in U.S. records in the 2000s, likely influenced by popular culture.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Pri, Sissy
Variants: Briseis, Briséis
Sibling names for Priseis
Names that share Priseis's style, for a brother or sister.
