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Jethro vs Perry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jethro

Boy #1,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"his excellence, his preeminence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,082
Total SSA Count
201
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jethro Rank #1,082
Perry Rank #1,243

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 vs #1243 for Perry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jethro or Perry more popular?

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 compared to Perry at #1243 in the United States.

What do Jethro and Perry mean?

Jethro means "his excellence, his preeminence" (Hebrew origin). Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin).

Are Jethro and Perry boy or girl names?

Jethro is primarily a boy name. Perry is primarily a boy name.

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