"pear tree"
Origin: Old English pirige
Language: English
Perry
Pronunciation: [ p-EHR-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"son of Harry"
Origin: Welsh ap Herry
Language: Welsh
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The Story of Perry
Perry has two distinct origins: as a surname derived from the Old English pirige (pear tree), and from the Welsh ap Herry meaning son of Harry. Both paths led to it becoming a given name. It was common in mid-20th century America, associated with the Perry Como era of popular music, and is now experiencing a gentle vintage revival.
Perry was most popular in the mid-20th century US, boosted by singer Perry Como's massive popularity. The character Perry the Platypus from Phineas and Ferb introduced it to a new generation of children, creating nostalgic associations for millennial parents.
Perry Como was one of the best-selling recording artists of the 20th century, making Perry synonymous with easy, relaxed charm in American culture.
Historical Record
Perry first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 49,954 babies have been named Perry in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Perry is past its peak , currently ranked #1,243 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Perry means pear tree in Old English
- Perry Como sold over 100 million records in his career
Perry in Other Languages
Welsh
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Popularity Over Time
#1,243
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1958
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Perry
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Matthew Perry
Actor
1969
American actor best known for playing Chandler Bing in Friends (1994-2004)
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Perry Como
Musician
1912
American singer and television personality, one of the most popular entertainers of the mid-20th century
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Perry the Platypus Fictional
Other
Secret agent platypus from the animated series Phineas and Ferb, aka Agent P
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,243
- Total SSA Count
- 160
- Cultural Origins
- English Welsh American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Perry
What does the name Perry mean?
"pear tree" (from Old English pirige). "son of Harry" (from Welsh ap Herry). Perry has two distinct origins: as a surname derived from the Old English pirige (pear tree), and from the Welsh ap Herry meaning son of Harry. Both paths led to it becoming a given name. It was common in mid-20th century America, associated with the Perry Como era of popular music, and is now experiencing a gentle vintage revival.
What is the origin of the name Perry?
Perry has Old English pirige, Welsh ap Herry, English, Welsh, and American origins. In Old English pirige, it means "pear tree". In Welsh ap Herry, it means "son of Harry".
Is Perry a boy or girl name?
Perry is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1243. As a girl name, it is ranked #1914. Perry is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Perry?
Perry is pronounced p-EHR-ee.
How popular is the name Perry?
Perry is currently ranked #1243 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Perry?
Common nicknames for Perry include Per.
What are good middle names for Perry?
Popular middle name pairings include Perry James, Perry Lee, Perry Andrew, Perry Thomas, Perry Alexander, and Perry Cole.
What are good sibling names for Perry?
Names that pair well with Perry as siblings include Terry, Darcy, Billie, Sidney, Murray, and Gerry.
How many syllables does Perry have?
Perry has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Perry a common or rare name?
Perry is an uncommon name, ranked #1243 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Perry?
Are there other spellings for Perry?
Related spellings include Perrin.
About the Name Perry
Perry is a boy name with English, Welsh, and American origins . The name means "pear tree" in Old English pirige .
Is Perry a boy or girl name? Perry is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,243 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,914. Perry is more commonly used as a boy name.
Perry is currently ranked #1,243 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Perry has 2 syllables and is pronounced p-EHR-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Perry include Per. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Perry include Perrin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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