Pascual

The first name Pascual is the Spanish version of Pascal, which in turn is derived from the Latin name Paschalis. This name has its origins in the Jewish Passover festival and the Easter festival.

What does the name Pascual mean?

Pascual, a male first name, traces back to the Spanish form of Pascal, which is a variant of the Latin Paschalis. Its meaning is diverse and includes terms such as "the one born at Easter", "the Easterly", "the Easter festival", and "the sacrificial lamb". The name derives from the Latin 'pascha' for "the Easter festival", from the Ancient Greek 'páskha' (πάσχα) for "the Passover festival", and ultimately from the Old Aramaic 'pasḥā' (פַּסְחָא) for "Easter". The Old Hebrew term 'pésakh' or 'pesaḥ' (פֶּסַח) for "the crossing over" or "the Passover festival" is also associated with it. Other variants include Pashalis, Paskal, Pasqual, Pasquale, Pasqualino, Pascoal, and Pasko. Female forms are Pascale, Pascalle, Pascalia, Pascalina, and Pascaline.

Where does the name Pascual come from?

The etymology of Pascual dates back to Old Aramaic and Ancient Greek roots and means "the one born at Easter". Its origins are diverse: Old Aramaic, Ancient Greek, Old Hebrew, and Latin. In Latin, 'pascha' stands for "the Easter festival", while 'páskha' (πάσχα) in Ancient Greek means "the Passover festival". The Old Aramaic 'pasḥā' (פַּסְחָא) stands for "Easter" and the Old Hebrew term 'pésakh' or 'pesaḥ' (פֶּסַח) means "the crossing over", "the Passover festival", or "born on Passover day". The language is Spanish.

How do you pronounce Pascual?

The pronunciation of Pascual is melodious and consists of two syllables. In German, the name is usually pronounced as "Pas-qual" [pasˈkvaːl] or [pasˈkwal]. It begins with an open "Pas", conveying a certain directness. The consonant combination "-sq-" or "-skw-" provides a dense and characteristic sound center. The dark "l" at the end gives the name a stable note. Thus, Pascual appears traditional, spirited, and present – powerful at the beginning and clear in the ending.

When is the name day of Pascual?

The name days for Pascual are February 11, April 16, and May 17.

Popularity

In Germany, Pascual is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2013, when it reached 3,619th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 7,203rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,284th.

Nicknames & pet names

Passi / Percy

Famous people

• Eddy Silvestre Pascual Israfilov (Spanish footballer)
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• Pascual de Aragon (British archbishop)
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• Pascual Jordan (German physicist)
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