Perian
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Perian first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 73 babies have been named Perian in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Perian is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,729 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,729
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Perian
Perian is a girl name .
Perian is currently ranked #16,729 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Perian include Per, Peri, Periy, Periie, Pey, Peie, and Perkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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