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Pearl

Pronunciation: [ p-ERL ]

Boy Name #30,052 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Pearl is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-ERL.

Parents who love the name Pearl often also consider Pearl, Pearle, Pearlie .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#30,052
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Pea Pey Peaie

Also a Girl Name

Pearl is also used as a girl name, ranked #800.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pearl

Is Pearl a boy or girl name?
Pearl is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #30052. As a girl name, it is ranked #800. Pearl is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Pearl?
Pearl is pronounced p-ERL.
How popular is the name Pearl?
Pearl is currently ranked #30052 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Pearl?
Common nicknames for Pearl include Pea, Pey, and Peaie.
Is Pearl a common or rare name?
Pearl is an uncommon name, ranked #30052 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Pearl

Pearl is a boy name .

Is Pearl a boy or girl name? Pearl is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #30,052 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #800. Pearl is more commonly used as a girl name.

Pearl is currently ranked #30,052 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Pearl include Pea, Pey, and Peaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Pearl include Pearson . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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