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Perry vs Cove

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cove

Boy #1,212 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small sheltered coastal bay"

Origin: Old Norse via English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,212
Total SSA Count
167
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Perry Rank #1,243
Cove Rank #1,212

Cove is more popular, ranked #1212 vs #1243 for Perry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perry or Cove more popular?

Cove is more popular, ranked #1212 compared to Perry at #1243 in the United States.

What do Perry and Cove mean?

Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin). Cove means "small sheltered coastal bay" (Old Norse via English origin).

Are Perry and Cove boy or girl names?

Perry is primarily a boy name. Cove is primarily a boy name.

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