To speak or confer
Derived from the Old French word 'parler', meaning to speak. It historically refers to a conference or discussion, often between enemies to discuss terms, and became established as a given name particularly within Latter-day Saint history.
Less common today
Parley isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,052 in 1999.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Early leader of the Latter Day Saint movement and author
American character actor known for radio and television
American politician and 1920 presidential nominee
