A small firearm or weapon
Derived from the English word for a handgun, which itself comes from the Middle French 'pistolet'. The term likely originates from the Czech word 'pΓΕ‘Ε₯ala', meaning a pipe or whistle, referring to the shape of the barrel. As a name, it is a modern word-name choice that emphasizes a sharp, high-energy, or 'firecracker' personality.
Less common today
Pistol isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,298 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Legendary NBA basketball player known for his scoring and ball-handling
A companion of Falstaff in several plays Β· Henry IV, Part 2