Poll

Hebrew or Egyptian
"drop of the sea; bitter; beloved; love"
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Poll Origin and Meaning

The name Poll is a girl's name.

Poll is an uncommon feminine name that likely originated as a diminutive form of Mary, through the nickname pathway Mary → Molly → Polly → Poll. It emerged primarily in medieval and early modern England as an affectionate, informal version of these more formal names. The name has a brief, distinctive quality with its single syllable and straightforward pronunciation. While Poll was more common in historical contexts, particularly the 17th-19th centuries, it has become quite rare in modern usage. The name may also relate to the Greek name 'Apollonia' in some contexts. Poll has a quaint, vintage charm that connects to traditional English naming practices, though its brevity might lead to confusion with the common noun 'poll,' potentially causing some practical challenges.

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