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Origin: French

Meaning: Ecclesiastical locality

Parrish is a gender-neutral name derived from the Old French term paroisse. It stands for “ecclesiastical locality,” which is a territory linked with the church. By extension, the meaning also absorbs the people in the community and congregation. It's often said that it takes a village to raise a child. So, if you’d like to honor the people and institutions that contribute to your little one’s growth, the name Parrish will let you do just that!