Percy
/ˈpərsi/
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Percy is a name of French origin, derived from the place name 'Percy' in Normandy, meaning 'piercing the valley'. It also carries connotations of being perceptive and sharp-minded. Historically associated with nobility, it gained popularity in English-speaking countries through the Percy family, influential figures in English history.
Percy Spencer
Scientist, Invented the microwave oven
Percy Sledge
Singer, When a Man Loves a Woman
Percy Bysshe Shelley
Poet, Prometheus Unbound
Percy Rodriguez
Actor, Afro-Canadian actor
Percy A. Pierre
Educator, President, Prairie View A&M University, 1983-89
Percy Marks
Novelist, The Plastic Age
Percy MacKaye
Playwright, The Canterbury Pilgrims
Percy Kilbride
Actor, Pa Kettle
Percy Julian
Chemist, Physostigmine and cortisone
Percy Herbert
Actor, The Bridge on the River Kwai
Percy Helton
Actor, Character actor
Percy Grainger
Composer, Country Gardens
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