Pearlene
Pearlene is a girl baby name. Ranked #17,232 in the US, popular nicknames include Pea, Pey, and Peaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Pearlene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 471 babies have been named Pearlene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pearlene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,232 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,232
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Pearlene
Pearlene is a girl name .
Pearlene is currently ranked #17,232 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pearlene include Pea, Pey, Peaie, and Pearie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Pearlene include Pearl . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis