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Name Origin

Paris is a traditionally masculine given name of French origin. It derives from the city of Paris, France, which itself has ancient roots and is named after the Gaulish tribe, the Parisii. The name evokes associations with romance, beauty, fashion, and culture due to the city's global reputation.

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Famous People

Paris Hilton (1981-)

Media personality, socialite, model, actress, singer, DJ

  • Heiress to the Hilton Hotels fortune
  • Reality television star on 'The Simple Life'
  • Successful businesswoman with her own fragrance and clothing lines

Paris Jackson (1998-)

Model, actress, musician

  • Daughter of pop icon Michael Jackson
  • Modeling work for brands like Calvin Klein and Chanel
  • Music career as a singer-songwriter

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