Perdita
Pronunciation: [ p-erd-EET-uh ]
Perdita is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,831 in the US, popular nicknames include Per, Pey, and Perie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Perdita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 31 babies have been named Perdita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Perdita is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,831 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,831
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Perdita
Perdita is a girl name .
Perdita is currently ranked #64,831 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Perdita include Per, Pey, Perie, and Perdie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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