Ripley 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

Popularity Comparison

Ripley Rank #1,402
Perry Rank #1,243

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 vs #1402 for Ripley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ripley or Perry more popular?

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 compared to Ripley at #1402 in the United States.

What do Ripley and Perry mean?

Ripley means "strip-shaped clearing in woodland" (Old English origin). Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin).

Are Ripley and Perry boy or girl names?

Ripley is primarily a boy name. Perry is primarily a boy name.

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