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Milton vs Perry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Perry

Boy #1,243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pear tree"

Origin: Old English pirige

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,243
Total SSA Count
160
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Milton Rank #1,429
Perry Rank #1,243

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 vs #1429 for Milton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Milton or Perry more popular?

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 compared to Milton at #1429 in the United States.

What do Milton and Perry mean?

Milton means "mill town, settlement by the mill" (Old English origin). Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin).

Are Milton and Perry boy or girl names?

Milton is primarily a boy name. Perry is primarily a boy name.

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