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Paisley
/ PAYZ-lee /
feminineMeaning
Church; cemetery; patterned fabric
Origin
Scottish
Paisley is a Scottish surname derived from a town in Renfrewshire. The town became world-famous in the 19th century for producing patterned shawls featuring a teardrop-shaped motif (originally from Persia), now known as the 'paisley' pattern. The name shifted to the given name charts in the late 20th century, particularly in the US South.
Personality Distribution
MBTI Profile
Approximate distribution among people named Paisley.
Cultural Context
Cultural Notes
Paisley is often seen as a 'colorful' and 'artistic' name. It fits into the trend for surnames and place names used for girls. It is particularly popular in country music circles and has a distinctly modern, cheerful vibe that appeals to parents looking for something unique but familiar.
Notable People
Famous Bearers
Paisley Currah
Canadian political scientist and scholar (b. 1964)
Paisley Dickey
American child model and television personality (b. 2008)
Brad Paisley
American country music singer (though used as a surname) (b. 1972)