Prudence

Traditionally of English origin, the feminine name Prudence means ‘good judgment’. A name from the Bible, the meaning of Prudence is ‘cautious’. A Puritan virtue name, Prudence means ‘intelligent’ as well. Philosophically, Prudence is one of the four fundamental virtues of ancient Greek philosophy. Medieval English adopted this name from Latin which means ‘wisdom’, ‘circumspection’, and ‘practical judgment’. Prudence as a Christian concept was contemplated by the theologian philosopher Thomas Aquinas as the ‘father’ of all virtues and the one by which all others are measured. This name was brought to America by colonists in the seventeenth century. Prudence, as a name, is one-half of a detective couple created by famed British mystery author Agatha Christie. ‘Dear Prudence’, a song by 'The Beatles' is worthy of a mention owing to its popularity. A notable bearer of this name is Prudence Crandall, the early 19th century Quaker school teacher who created controversy by teaching African-American students.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

caution

Origin

Virtue name

Numerology

P is for pure, the spiritual side of you.

R is for realist, the way you are.

U is for uncanny, the way you know what to do.

D is for dandy, a description of you!

E is for extra, those little things you do!

N is for name, a pleasant one indeed.

C is for calm, a pleasant trait.

E is for easy going, no ruffles here.

Lucky

Prudence lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Prudence in Pop Culture

• Lincoln character in What Maisie Knew
• Lincoln Six Echo/Tom Lincoln character in The Island
• Lincoln character on TV's "Broad City"
• Lincoln "Linc" Hayes character on TV's "The Mod Squad"
• Lincoln "Linc" Case character on TV's "Route 66"