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Perry vs Jet

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jet

Boy #1,354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"black gemstone (fossilized wood)"

Origin: Old French/Greek

Cultural Roots

English Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,354
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Perry Rank #1,243
Jet Rank #1,354

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 vs #1354 for Jet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perry or Jet more popular?

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 compared to Jet at #1354 in the United States.

What do Perry and Jet mean?

Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin). Jet means "black gemstone (fossilized wood)" (Old French/Greek origin).

Are Perry and Jet boy or girl names?

Perry is primarily a boy name. Jet is primarily a boy name.

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