Pearly
Pronunciation: [ p-ERL-ee ]
Pearly is a boy baby name. Ranked #37,953 in the US, popular nicknames include Pea, Pey, and Peaie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Pearly first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 29 babies have been named Pearly in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pearly is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,953 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #37,953
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Pearly is also used as a girl name, ranked #24236.
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About the Name Pearly
Pearly is a boy name .
Is Pearly a boy or girl name? Pearly is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #37,953 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #24,236. Pearly is more commonly used as a girl name.
Pearly is currently ranked #37,953 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pearly include Pea, Pey, Peaie, and Pearie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Pearly include Pearson . 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