"pilgrim, traveler, wanderer"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Peregrine
Pronunciation: [ p-EHR-uhgr-een ]
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A Latin pilgrim name borne by saints, falcons, and hobbits
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"foreigner, one from abroad"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Peregrine
Peregrine comes from the Latin peregrinus, meaning traveler, pilgrim, or foreigner (from per + ager, through the fields or beyond the land). In the early Christian world, peregrini were devout pilgrims who wandered to sacred sites. The peregrine falcon takes its name from the same root, as it was originally trapped during migration rather than from the nest.
Peregrine has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages, primarily among Catholic families honoring Saint Peregrine Laziosi. It gained fresh attention through The Lord of the Rings, where Peregrin (Pippin) Took is one of the Fellowship's hobbits. The name has grown in popularity among parents seeking distinguished, literary-sounding names.
Saint Peregrine Laziosi (1260-1345) is the patron saint of cancer patients, making the name significant in Catholic tradition. The peregrine falcon, one of the world's fastest animals, shares the name's wandering etymology. In literature, Peregrine Pickle (1751) by Tobias Smollett and Pippin Took in Tolkien's works have given the name lasting literary cachet.
Historical Record
Peregrine first appeared in US Social Security records in 1998.
Over 286 babies have been named Peregrine in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Peregrine is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,329 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The peregrine falcon is named Falco peregrinus because medieval falconers caught them during migration rather than from nests
- Peregrin Took, called Pippin, is one of the four hobbit members of the Fellowship of the Ring in Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings
- Saint Peregrine Laziosi reportedly had a cancerous lesion miraculously healed overnight and is now the patron saint of cancer patients
Peregrine in Other Languages
Latin
Peregrinus
French
Pelerin
Polish
Pielgrzym
Italian
Pellegrino
Spanish
Pelegrino
Popularity Over Time
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Famous People Named Peregrine
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Peregrine Worsthorne
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1923
British journalist and editor of The Sunday Telegraph, knighted in 1991
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Saint Peregrine Laziosi
Religious
1260
Italian Catholic priest and patron saint of cancer patients, known for his miraculous healing
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Peregrin (Pippin) Took Fictional
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One of the hobbits and members of the Fellowship of the Ring in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #3,329
- Total SSA Count
- 35
- Cultural Origins
- English European Christian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Perry
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Reg
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Frequently Asked Questions About Peregrine
What does the name Peregrine mean?
"pilgrim, traveler, wanderer" (from Latin). "foreigner, one from abroad" (from Latin). Peregrine comes from the Latin peregrinus, meaning traveler, pilgrim, or foreigner (from per + ager, through the fields or beyond the land). In the early Christian world, peregrini were devout pilgrims who wandered to sacred sites. The peregrine falcon takes its name from the same root, as it was originally trapped during migration rather than from the nest.
What is the origin of the name Peregrine?
Peregrine has Latin, English, European, and Christian origins. In Latin, it means "pilgrim, traveler, wanderer". In Latin, it means "foreigner, one from abroad".
Is Peregrine a boy or girl name?
Peregrine is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3329. As a girl name, it is ranked #19020. Peregrine is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Peregrine?
Peregrine is pronounced p-EHR-uhgr-een.
How popular is the name Peregrine?
Peregrine is currently ranked #3329 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Peregrine?
Common nicknames for Peregrine include Perry, Peri, and Reg.
What are good middle names for Peregrine?
Popular middle name pairings include Peregrine James, Peregrine Alexander, Peregrine John, Peregrine Thomas, Peregrine Charles, Peregrine Edmund, and Peregrine William.
What are good sibling names for Peregrine?
Names that pair well with Peregrine as siblings include Caspian, Ptolemy, Elspeth, Juniper, Octavia, Corvus, and Araminta.
How many syllables does Peregrine have?
Peregrine has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Peregrine a common or rare name?
Peregrine is an uncommon name, ranked #3329 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Peregrine?
Related spellings include Peregrin.
About the Name Peregrine
Peregrine is a boy name with English, European, and Christian origins . The name means "pilgrim, traveler, wanderer" in Latin .
Is Peregrine a boy or girl name? Peregrine is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,329 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #19,020. Peregrine is more commonly used as a boy name.
Peregrine is currently ranked #3,329 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Peregrine has 4 syllables and is pronounced p-EHR-uhgr-een, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Peregrine include Perry, Peri, and Reg. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Peregrine include Peregrin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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