Perry vs Verity

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
Nicknames
Per

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Popularity Comparison

Perry Rank #1,243
Verity Rank #1,868

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 vs #1868 for Verity.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Perry ___

  • Perry James
  • Perry Lee
  • Perry Andrew
  • Perry Thomas
  • Perry Alexander
  • Perry Cole

Verity ___

  • Verity Jane
  • Verity Grace
  • Verity Rose
  • Verity Mae
  • Verity Claire
  • Verity Hope

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Perry

Terry Darcy Billie Sidney Murray

If you choose Verity

Prudence Honor Patience Clemency Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perry or Verity more popular?

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 compared to Verity at #1868 in the United States.

What do Perry and Verity mean?

Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin). Verity means "truth" (Latin origin).

Are Perry and Verity boy or girl names?

Perry is primarily a boy name. Verity is primarily a girl name.

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