Perpetua

Pronunciation: [ p-erp-EHCH-oo-uh ]

Girl Name #8,932 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Perpetua is a girl name, recorded for 12 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-erp-EHCH-oo-uh.

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

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #8,932
Total SSA Count: 12

Nicknames

Per Pey Perie Perpie

Similar Names

Pearl Pearle Pearlie Peggy Permelia Penelope Peter Perry

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Frequently Asked Questions About Perpetua

Is Perpetua a boy or girl name?

Perpetua is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Perpetua?

Perpetua is pronounced p-erp-EHCH-oo-uh.

How popular is the name Perpetua?

Perpetua is currently ranked #8932 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Perpetua?

Common nicknames for Perpetua include Per, Pey, Perie, and Perpie.

Is Perpetua a common or rare name?

Perpetua is an uncommon name, ranked #8932 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Perpetua

Perpetua is a girl name .

Perpetua is currently ranked #8,932 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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