UK girl's name
Parmis
A Persian name meaning "the fairy-like" or "heavenly beauty".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2016. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Parmis is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Parmis popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2016 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4763, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 6 births.
This profile covers 33 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2004 to 2016. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 67% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 33 living people in the UK are called Parmis. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2017 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Parmis ranked #4763 for girls in England and Wales in 2016, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 6 girls were registered as Parmis.
- • About 33 living people in the UK are estimated to have Parmis as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4763
2016
Births in 2016
4
Latest year
Peak year
2011
6 births
Estimated living
33
2026
Meaning
What does Parmis mean?
The name Parmis is believed to have its origins in the Persian language, with roots dating back to ancient Persia, or modern-day Iran. It is thought to be derived from the Persian word "Parmis," meaning "fairy" or "heavenly being." This name was likely chosen to bestow upon the bearer the qualities of grace, beauty, and celestial charm.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Parmis can be found in the ancient Persian epic, the Shahnameh, written by the celebrated poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century. In this epic, Parmis is the name of a beautiful princess who catches the eye of the hero Giv. This literary reference suggests that the name has been in use for over a thousand years.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Parmis. One such figure was Parmis Khanum (1828-1892), a famous Persian poet and writer who was highly regarded for her literary contributions during the Qajar dynasty. Her poetry often explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition.
Another prominent Parmis was Parmis Sorabjee (1918-2003), an Indian lawyer and activist who played a significant role in the women's rights movement in India. She was one of the first female lawyers to argue cases before the Supreme Court of India and was a vocal advocate for gender equality and social justice.
In the realm of art, Parmis Sayah (1936-2008) was an acclaimed Iranian painter and sculptor known for her vibrant and expressive works. Her art often reflected themes of Persian culture, mythology, and the feminine experience.
More recently, Parmis Sahrapourazar (born 1987) is an Iranian-American actress and model who has appeared in various films and television series, including the popular show "How I Met Your Mother."
It's worth noting that while the name Parmis has its roots in Persian culture, it has gained popularity across various regions and communities, transcending its original linguistic boundaries. The name's ethereal and enchanting meaning has likely contributed to its enduring appeal.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Parmis over time
The chart below shows babies named Parmis registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2016. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Parmis, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2016, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Parmis by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Parmis was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4107 | 25 | 5 |
| 2000s | #4145 | 8 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Parmis
- Poppy 52,802
- Phoebe 47,609
- Paige 24,717
- Penelope 13,109
- Pippa 6,346
- Polly 5,678
- Philippa 4,446
- Penny 4,394
- Paris 4,372
- Piper 3,961
- Pearl 3,516
- Paisley 3,419
FAQ
Parmis: questions and answers
How popular is the name Parmis in the UK right now?
In 2016, Parmis was ranked #4763 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Parmis most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 6 babies registered as Parmis in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Parmis?
A Persian name meaning "the fairy-like" or "heavenly beauty".
How many people are called Parmis in the UK?
A total of 33 babies have been registered as Parmis across the 7 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.