Perkins

Q: How popular is the name Perkins?

Perkins is ranked #38433 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ p-ERK-uhnz ]

Boy Name #38,433 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Perkins is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-ERK-uhnz.

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

Popularity Over Time

#38,433

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #38,433
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Per Pey Perie Perkie

Middle Name Ideas

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Perkins Angel

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Perkins Damian

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Perkins Adriel

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Perkins Andrew

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Perkins Jayden

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Perkins Charles

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Perkins Brooks

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Perkins Diego

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Perkins Bennett

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Perkins Dominic

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Frequently Asked Questions About Perkins

Is Perkins a boy or girl name?

Perkins is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Perkins?

Perkins is pronounced p-ERK-uhnz.

How popular is the name Perkins?

Perkins is currently ranked #38433 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Perkins?

Common nicknames for Perkins include Per, Pey, Perie, and Perkie.

Is Perkins a common or rare name?

Perkins is an uncommon name, ranked #38433 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Perkins

Perkins is a boy name .

Perkins is currently ranked #38,433 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Perkins include Per, Pey, Perie, and Perkie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.